South African cricketer Faf du Plessis pulled off an incredible catch to dismiss Shadab Khan during Qualifier 2 of the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024 between Delhi Bulls and Morrisville Samp Army. The match took place on Monday, December 2, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in the UAE.
The spectacular moment occurred on the fourth ball of the second over of the Delhi Bulls’ innings. Amir Hamza delivered a slightly short ball outside off, which Shadab Khan lofted into the air.
Positioned at extra cover, Faf stretched to his full extent and executed a remarkable one-handed catch, reminiscent of a goalkeeper in action. Shadab was sent back for a two-ball duck.
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Morrisville Samp Army won the toss and opted to bowl first. Delhi Bulls struggled early, losing their top three batters—Tom Banton (9), James Vince (8), and Shadab Khan (0)—in quick succession. Captain Rovman Powell (13) and Tim David (24) steadied the innings with a 34-run partnership for the fourth wicket off 22 balls.
In the final overs, Nikhil Chaudhary chipped in with a quick 16 off 8 balls, helping the Bulls post 89 for seven in their allotted 20 overs. Udana was the standout performer for Samp Army with three wickets, while Amir Hamza picked up two.
Morrisville Samp Army defeated Delhi Bulls to secure a spot in the final of the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024
Chasing the target, Samp Army lost openers Faf du Plessis (1) and Charith Asalanka (8) early, while captain Rohan Mustafa fell cheaply for 3. However, Andries Gous anchored the innings with a solid 38 off 23 balls, hitting five boundaries and one six.
In the decisive moments, Jack Taylor delivered a match-winning performance, remaining unbeaten on 23 off 11 balls, including three sixes, guiding Morrisville Samp Army to victory with five balls to spare.
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