India’s wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma found himself at the centre of a bizarre yet thrilling moment during the second T20I between India and South Africa at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. The December 11 clash had plenty of action, but Jitesh’s near-dismissal became one of the most talked-about incidents of the evening.
Jitesh, who has now firmly established himself as India’s first-choice T20I wicketkeeper following Sanju Samson’s exit from the XI, has been a valuable asset in the lower middle order. His clean ball-striking and ability to finish innings with authority have made him a preferred option in the format.
Representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL, the right-hander has carried his confident strokeplay into the national setup. However, during the 15th over of India’s chase, fans witnessed an extraordinary turn of events.
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Ottneil Baartman delivered a good-length ball on off stump, and Jitesh, looking to go big straightaway, swung hard but failed to make any contact. The ball brushed the bail, nudging it upward and causing it to roll along the groove—yet somehow it refused to dislodge and fall to the ground.
Wait What was that ?🤯
Ball hit the stumps but Jitesh Sharma is still not out !!🤓#INDvsSA #Jiteshsharma pic.twitter.com/C9zHPAuqmA— PhysicsFanclub (@Physics_Fanclub) December 11, 2025
For a moment, both the bowler and the batter froze in disbelief. Jitesh looked back immediately, expecting to walk off, only to see the bail still miraculously in place. The Proteas fielders wore stunned expressions, while Indian supporters erupted in relief and laughter.
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It was one of those rare moments cricket serves up, where luck, timing, and physics combine to create a heart-stopping escape. For Jitesh, it was a welcome slice of fortune during a high-pressure chase, and for fans, it became an instant highlight of the match—one they won’t forget anytime soon.
