[Watch]: Kamindu Mendis Pulls Off One of IPL’s Greatest Catches to End Brevis’ Knock in SRH vs CSK Clash

Sri Lankan cricketer Kamindu Mendis pulled off one of the greatest catches in IPL history to dismiss Dewald Brevis during the Chennai Super Kings vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad clash in IPL 2025. Brevis, making his debut, the 21-year-old showcased his talent with a fluent 42 off 25 balls, looking set for a big score. However, Mendis, stationed at long off, produced a stunning effort to end his stay, leaving fans in awe and marking one of the tournament’s most unforgettable moments.

Dewald Brevis’ Unexpected Entry into CSK

Before the match, no one expected to see Brevis in the yellow jersey. After going unsold in the IPL auction, his fate turned when Gurjapneet Singh suffered an injury. The five-time champions wasted no time and brought in the 21-year-old. Brevis didn’t disappoint.

Coming in hot, he slammed 42 off just 25 deliveries and seemed poised for a massive inning. With stylish shots and powerful strokes, Brevis looked like he belonged on the biggest stage.

The Catch That Left Everyone Stunned

Brevis had just hammered Mendis for three sixes in the previous over. Any other bowler might’ve been shaken. But Mendis, calm as a monk, took his spot at long off, eyes locked on the next play. Rather than sulking, Kamindu focused. And that focus led to one of the finest pieces of fielding you’ll ever see.

13th over. Brevis swings hard—he’s aiming for the ropes again. But Kamindu’s already sprinting across the boundary. He launches himself like a goalkeeper at full stretch, both hands out (yep, not one—both). The ball kisses his palms just inches above the turf. Here’s the cherry on top—he lands with control, cushioning the ball expertly to prevent a fumble. That’s instinct meeting practice in the most beautiful way.

 

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Captain Pat Cummins was the first to run over and hug Mendis. The entire team erupted in joy. Fielders from everywhere swarmed the long-off boundary. Stunned but respectful, Brevis tipped his helmet and walked off, giving Mendis a nod of appreciation. A pure cricketing moment.

CSK’s Batting Woes Continue

Chennai Super Kings endured a disastrous start as SK Rasheed fell for a golden duck on the very first ball, dismissed by Mohammed Shami before anyone could settle in. This early blow set the tone for CSK’s struggles, as their batting lineup faltered under pressure.

17-year-old Ayush Mhatre gave fans a brief thrill, smashing 30 off 19. Sam Curran managed just 9 runs, Ravindra Jadeja chipped in with 21, and Shivam Dube added 12, but none could capitalize on their starts. Wickets kept tumbling, forcing CSK into a desperate rebuild that never quite took off.

MS Dhoni’s Underwhelming Milestone Match

MS Dhoni marked his 400th T20 appearance, a milestone that deserved a grand celebration. However, the match didn’t unfold in his favor. Walking in at a critical juncture, he struggled to find momentum and could only manage 6 runs off 10 balls before getting dismissed.

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s bowlers delivered a clinical performance, with Harshal Patel leading the charge. He dismantled CSK’s lower order, claiming four crucial wickets and putting them under immense pressure. Despite a few decent knocks, CSK struggled to build momentum and never found their rhythm. Their innings eventually came to an end in 19.5 overs, with the team folding for just 154 runs.

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