#4 Chahal and Shankar's supporting act

While Sundar starred with a stellar role in his opening spell, the team needed a supporting cast to complete the picture, and Yuzvendra Chahal and Vijay Shankar put up their hands to be counted. Chahal, banking on the experience he has gained in the Indian jersey over the last two years, bowled flat and at the stumps, slipping silent overs in the middle to thwart any chances of a counter-attacking knock.
With Mohammed Siraj feeling the heat, the onus was on Vijay Shankar to use the sluggish pitch to good effect. Although he did not pick up any wickets, his cutters and slower deliveries were enough to ensure that Mushfiqur Rahim's solo act did not find the support it needed. Combined, the two gave away only 49 runs in the 8 overs they bowled.
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