In an electrifying second in the course of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, Barbados Royals’ Alick Athanaze showcased his distinctive fielding abilities with a jaw-dropping catch in opposition to the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots. This exceptional play got here in the course of the second ball of the 14th over, additional highlighting the Royals’ dominance within the match.
The Spectacular Catch
The scene unfolded when Rahkeem Cornwall bowled a well-placed supply on the off stump to Ryan John, who aimed to clear the mid-wicket boundary. Nonetheless, John managed solely a high edge, sending the ball excessive into the air. Initially misjudging the trajectory, Athanaze overran the ball however shortly regained his composure. With unbelievable agility, he executed a spectacular dive to safe the catch, leaving spectators in awe.
This pivotal wicket not solely marked a spotlight of Athanaze’s efficiency but in addition contributed to Cornwall’s spectacular five-wicket haul, which in the end led to a complete victory for the Royals.
Watch the Jaw-Dropping Catch:
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Match Overview
After successful the toss, Barbados Royals’ captain Rovman Powell opted to area first in opposition to the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots at Kensington Oval. The choice proved fruitful as Naveen-ul-Haq dismissed each Evin Lewis and Kyle Mayers in the course of the powerplay, placing the Patriots on the again foot early of their innings.
With key top-order batsmen gone, all eyes turned to skipper Andre Fletcher to stabilize the innings. Nonetheless, Cornwall had different plans. He struck on his very first ball of the eighth over, dismissing Fletcher and following up with Mikyle Louis on his subsequent supply. The Patriots shortly discovered themselves in serious trouble as Cornwall continued to wreak havoc.
Cornwall’s Unstoppable Spell
Cornwall’s relentless bowling noticed him dismiss Wanindu Hasaranga and Odean Smith, who fell for a duck after dealing with simply eight balls. His remaining wicket of Ryan John capped off a unprecedented spell, ending with figures of 5 for 16 in 4 overs—the most effective bowling figures by a West Indies bowler in CPL historical past.
The St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots had been bowled out for a mere 110 runs, setting a straightforward goal for Barbados Royals. Quinton de Kock then led the cost in response, scoring an unbeaten fifty because the Royals chased down the goal with 9 wickets to spare.
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