In a moment that epitomised class and athleticism, former South African skipper Faf du Plessis pulled off a sensational one-handed catch during the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 clash between Texas Super Kings and MI New York. At 40, du Plessis continues to defy age, and his acrobatic effort at mid-off not only drew applause from fans but also turned the game in his team’s favour.

Michael Bracewell, batting fluently on 38 off just 20 deliveries, attempted to loft Adam Milne over mid-off. It looked like a boundary the moment the ball left the bat, but du Plessis had other ideas. Launching himself to his right, he timed his dive perfectly and stuck out his right hand to pull off a breathtaking catch—one that could easily be among the finest in this MLC season.

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That moment proved to be the turning point. Bracewell had stitched a 95-run stand with Monank Patel and was steering MI New York towards a comfortable chase after being 24/3 early. At 119/3 in 13 overs, they looked set with just 66 required off 42 balls. But Bracewell’s dismissal halted their momentum, and the middle-order failed to capitalise from that point onward.

What a catch. FAF du Plessis. Almost 41. #MLCCricket #MLC #TSKvMINY pic.twitter.com/koC1HU8a2K

— momocricket (@momocricket) June 14, 2025

Earlier, Texas Super Kings had posted a competitive 185 on a surface offering something for everyone. While the total seemed achievable given the short boundaries and dew setting in, du Plessis’ incredible intervention changed the script entirely.

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The combination of tactical bowling and sharp fielding ensured Texas kept applying pressure, eventually securing a crucial win. But it was Faf’s catch that stole the limelight—a reminder of why he’s still one of the most revered athletes in the game, even in his 40s.