Village cricket Mankad attempt slips into comedy after Clicky Ponting saga
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:46 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
A humorous Mankad attempt in village cricket has gone viral, showcasing a bowler who slipped while executing the run-out at the non-striker's end. The incident occurred days after the 'Clicky Ponting' controversy captured attention, further highlighting grassroots cricket. The footage drew over 1,100 likes on social media, with viewers amused by the bowler's misstep. Such moments reflect the charm and unpredictability of amateur cricket, drawing in a wider audience. This clip serves as light relief amid ongoing discussions about recent incidents in the cricket community.
- •A bowler attempted a Mankad and slipped, missing the stumps.
- •The attempt went viral with over 1,100 likes on social media.
- •The video was shared amid discussions surrounding the Clicky Ponting saga.
- •The incident showcases the unpredictable nature of amateur cricket.
- •Grassroots cricket is increasingly capturing public attention.
- 5:46 PMYahoo Sports — After 'Clicky Ponting', village cricket produces hilarious Mankad attempt gone wrong
"While the whole Clicky Ponting saga kept village cricket in some infamous spotlight, a hilarious attempt at Mankad has found flung grassroots cricket back to limelight.
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