Brook’s Taunt Pays Off — Prasidh Krishna Falls in Leeds Test

On Day 5 of the India vs England Test match at Headingley, a cheeky bit of sledging from England’s Harry Brook led to the dramatic dismissal of Indian tailender Prasidh Krishna, adding a light-hearted yet crucial twist to a tense Test.

What Happened on the Field

England was closing in on a strong position when Prasidh Krishna came to the crease. With little batting support left, the pressure was on—and Brook decided to apply some psychological pressure.

Brook’s Sledge: “Can You Even Hit a Six?”

Standing in close, Harry Brook taunted Prasidh with a comment captured on stump mic:

The crowd chuckled and commentators noticed the visible shift in Prasidh’s mindset.

Prasidh’s Response: One Big Shot, Then Out

• On the very next ball, Prasidh tried to prove Brook wrong.
• He attempted a big swing over midwicket—but misjudged it.
• The ball soared… and was caught comfortably at the boundary.

Brook celebrated, clearly amused and triumphant.

Social Media Reactions

Fans and cricket pages lit up on X (Twitter) and Instagram:

• 🗣️ “That was peak cricket banter from Brook. Worked like magic.”
• 🏏 “Sledging done right. Even the umpire smiled.”

A clip of the moment is now viral across platforms.

What It Meant for the Match

Prasidh’s wicket brought India’s second innings to a close, giving England a target of 350 to chase. The mind-game from Brook not only broke the partnership but also swung momentum England’s way as they began their chase confidently.