IND vs AUS: Virat Kohli left in splits as Ashwin's scare tactic leaves Steve Smith frightened, watch here

IND vs AUS: Ravichandran Ashwin, the experienced Indian spinner, has once again displayed his cunning skills by scaring an Australian batsman at the non-striker's end during the ongoing second Test match between India and Australia.

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Ashwin scares Steve Smith

Ashwin, known for his playful tactics of pulling out of his run-up every now and then, had Steve Smith at the other end when he decided to execute his trickery. During the 15th over of Australia's second innings, Ashwin was bowling to Marnus Labuschagne when he saw him attempting a pre-planned sweep shot.

Without releasing the ball, Ashwin pulled out of his run-up, making Smith, who had walked out of the crease, scurry back into the crease in a panic. Smith's reaction, which involved him extending his arms in relief, left the Indian captain Virat Kohli in splits as he started clapping and laughing on the field.

On Day 3 of the second Test, Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja came out all guns blazing to put India ahead in the match. Australia, who began the day at 61 for 1, lost 9 wickets for just 52 runs in 90 minutes of play, with Jadeja returning career-best figures of 7 for 42. Ashwin also played his part by taking 3 crucial wickets. Earlier in the game, Australia scored 263 before bowling out India for 262, setting up an exciting contest between the two sides.

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Watch Virat Kohli reaction from IND vs AUS here

At the other end of the pitch, Virat Kohli just could not hold his laughter as he started clapping and laughing after seeing Smith’s reaction.

Talking about the ongoing game, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja came out all guns blazing on day 3 to put India ahead. Australia began the day on 61 for 1 before Ashwin and Jadeja ran through their line-up and bowled them out for 113 runs. Jadeja took seven wickets while Ashwinpickup up three. Earlier in the game, the visitors scored 263 before bowling out India for 262.

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