Shubman Gill pulled off a breathtaking catch in the 29th over of the second ODI at Cuttack, leaving fans and teammates in awe. The moment came when Harshit Rana delivered a well-disguised slower ball to Harry Brook. Brook, looking to accelerate, mistimed his lofted shot, failing to generate enough distance.
Gill, stationed at mid-off, had a tough task ahead—he had to sprint backward, keep his eyes locked on the ball, and execute a full-length dive with impeccable timing. With both hands outstretched, he completed a stunning catch, ensuring Brook’s departure for 31 off 52 balls.
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The brilliance of the catch lay not just in the effort but also in how well Harshit Rana set up the dismissal. Spotting Brook advancing down the pitch, Rana cleverly took the pace off the ball at the last moment.
Partnership broken in style!
An excellent running catch by Vice-captain Shubman Gill 🔥🔥
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The slight variation, coupled with Rana’s natural ability to extract extra bounce, made it difficult for Brook to get under the ball cleanly. As the shot ballooned towards mid-off, Gill covered significant ground, looked over his right shoulder, and timed his dive to perfection, ensuring India got a crucial breakthrough.
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Gill’s athleticism in the field has been a standout feature of his game, and this catch further cemented his reputation as one of India’s sharpest fielders. His performances in this series have been commendable, having already bagged the Man of the Match award in the first ODI for his crucial 87-run knock in Nagpur. With the Champions Trophy just around the corner, this three-match series serves as an ideal warm-up, and Gill will be keen to carry his form forward as India fine-tunes its preparations for the marquee event.
