In a high-octane clash between Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals, Noor Ahmad of Gujarat Titans showcased brilliance with a stunning catch that dismissed Prithvi Shaw early in the innings. Facing the onslaught of the Delhi Capitals’ opening duo, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Prithvi Shaw, the Titans’ bowlers faced a daunting task.

Fraser-McGurk, known for his aggressive strokeplay, blazed his way to a quickfire 23 off just 14 balls before falling victim to Sandeep Warrier’s bowling prowess. Warrier continued his onslaught by trapping Shaw with a shorter and faster delivery, tempting him into an ill-fated uppercut towards the leg side.

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It was then that Noor Ahmad, stationed at deep square-leg, seized the moment. With lightning reflexes, he sprinted towards the ball, leaping at the perfect moment to secure a sensational catch. The third umpire’s review confirmed Noor’s exceptional effort, upholding the dismissal of Shaw and dealing a crucial blow to Delhi’s batting lineup.

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The Titans’ dominance was further underscored when Sandeep Warrier struck again in the fifth over, inducing West Indian batsman Shai Hope into a wild swing, resulting in another spectacular catch, this time by Rashid Khan. With three wickets down within the powerplay, Delhi Capitals found themselves in a precarious position early in the match.

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Gujarat Titans’ decision to bowl first after winning the toss proved fruitful, setting the tone for a commanding performance. While Delhi Capitals’ skipper Rishabh Pant may have been indifferent to the toss outcome initially, the early setbacks suffered by his team would undoubtedly be a cause for concern as they aimed to recover from a shaky start.