Watch: Hardik Pandya races 25m to take stunning catch in Delhi T20I vs Bangladesh

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khelja|10-10-2024

Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya showcased his athletic brilliance with a jaw-dropping catch during the second T20I against Bangladesh in Delhi.
The all-rounder pulled off one of the most memorable moments of the match, sprinting 25 meters from deep midwicket to dismiss Bangladesh's Rishad Hossain. The extraordinary catch occurred during Varun Chakravarty's over, as Rishad, who had accumulated 9 runs, aimed for a boundary. However, Pandya's quick movement and remarkable athleticism allowed him to cover the ground, dive horizontally, and secure the catch. What made the catch even more impressive was Pandya's mid-air adjustment to avoid touching the boundary ropes as he tumbled after completing the catch. The sheer skill and precision involved left Pandya himself stunned, as he took a moment to process what he had just achieved. The crowd erupted in cheers, and the commentators hailed it as the "catch of the series." Pandya celebrated with his teammates, and the moment quickly went viral on social media.  
  Apart from his fielding heroics, Pandya played a pivotal role with the bat, contributing a quickfire 32 off just 19 balls. His innings helped consolidate India's imposing total of 221/9 after an initial stutter. Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma both started well but were unable to convert their innings into big scores, while captain Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed cheaply. However, Nitish Reddy (76 off 34) and Rinku Singh (53 off 29) took charge, forming a crucial 108-run partnership for the fourth wicket, setting the stage for India's domination. In reply, Bangladesh struggled to keep up with the towering total. Spinner Varun Chakravarty bowled brilliantly, conceding just 19 runs and taking two wickets in his four overs. Veteran Bangladesh batter Mahmudullah, playing his second-last match before retirement, offered some resistance with a 39-ball 41, but his efforts weren't enough to stop the Indian bowlers. India's relentless bowling attack restricted Bangladesh to 135/9, sealing an 86-run victory. With the win, India clinched the three-match series 2-0, delivering their biggest T20I win against Bangladesh. Pandya's all-round performance, highlighted by his stunning catch, was instrumental in India's commanding victory.
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