Vitality T20 Blast witnessed a remarkable incident when Steven Mullaney took an extraordinary caught-and-bowled wicket to dismiss Colin Ackermann with the inadvertent assistance of the non-striker batsman. The incident left both players and spectators in disbelief. During the 13th over of the second innings, Leicestershire’s captain, Colin Ackermann, was at the crease when Steven Mullaney attempted to take a catch off his bowling.
Initially, it seemed like Steven had fumbled the catch, but in an incredible turn of events, the ball made contact with the non-striker, Wiaan Mulder, and ended up back in Steven’s hands. Despite the unusual nature of the dismissal, Colin was forced to depart from the field.
Leicestershire was chasing a target of 166 runs but fell short by 22 runs in the end. Currently, they occupy the 9th position on the points table, having won only 2 out of their 11 matches in the tournament.
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The incident involving Steven Mullaney and Wiaan Mulder serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of cricket. Despite careful planning and strategic execution, the game can produce unexpected moments that leave players and fans in awe. Cricket is a team sport where teammates work together to achieve victory, but this incident in the T20 Blast is a rare occurrence.
Have you ever seen anything like that?!
Steven Mullaney uses the non-striker to help take his catch 🤯#Blast23 pic.twitter.com/5YVFs9n41u
— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) June 20, 2023
Wiaan Mulder, fully aware that he bore no responsibility for the unusual catch, was seen with a wry smile. Meanwhile, Steven Mullaney, after the initial fumble, must have experienced a mix of surprise and delight as the catch ultimately resulted in a wicket. It can be considered a once-in-a-lifetime catch taken by Steven Mullaney.
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Such incidents highlight the intriguing and sometimes cruel nature of cricket. They emphasize the unpredictability of the game, showcasing that anything can happen until the last ball is bowled. Cricket has a way of surprising us with unexpected events, making it a captivating and thrilling sport for both players and spectators alike.
