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Josh Hazlewood wants to 'Mankad' Cheteshwar Pujara

In cricket, Mankading is named after former India cricketer Vinoo Mankad, which is the informal name given to running out the non-striking batsman whilst he is backing up

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Josh Hazlewood

Josh Hazlewood

Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood wants to 'Mankad Cheteshwar Pujara if he gets a chance during their home Test series against India later this year. "I reckon I'll save that one for the next time ... at Pujara," Hazlewood said during an event. Pujara was one of the consistent performers for India when they last visited Australia and Hazlewood feels Pujara's wicket will be the biggest of all.

"No definitely not. I probably see Pujara as the big wicket as far as when I'm bowling, the glue that holds them together I think. He's batted the most balls this series and scored nearly the most runs.

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