Cricket fans will be watching in disbelief again and again as 40-year-old Faf du Plessis made an unbelievable one handed diving catch in the MLC 2025 showdown between Texas Super Kings and MI New York. It was a breathtaking catch by the veteran South African at mid off to remove the dangerous Michael Bracewell and also it helped to swing the momentum back to Texas way in a tight run chase. The thrilling match at the Oakland Coliseum had all the elements of a T20 tournament – spectacular hitting, strategic bowling and top quality fielding. However, the game defining moment went to du Plessis as his acrobatic leap established his legend as having one of the best fielders in franchise cricket.
What Makes This Catch So Unforgetable?
In the age of franchise cricket that is filled with young explosive talents, a one handed screamer by Faf du Plessis is a masterclass on athleticism, postioning and anticipation. The moment is currently going viral among cricket fans and will surely be among the most watched highlights of the MLC 2025 season. Du Plessis has earlier made a quick 18 off 15 balls opening the innings with Devon Conway but his contribution were much more in the field and as a captain. Fresh off a tenure with DC in IPL 2025, the veteran has assumed the full time capataincy role in TSK and he carries with him the tactical acuity and composed leadership.
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What Happened In The TSK Vs MINY Match
In the Texas Super Kings vs MI New York game, the latter collapsed early in their pursuit of 186 as they faded to 24/3 in six overs. Michael Bracewell and Monank Patel however fought back hard with a rapid fourth-wicket partnership that saw MINY reach 119/3 in the 13th over. However, as soon as the momentum was about to change, Faf du Plessis took a spectacular diving catch to dismiss Bracewell, 38, and change the momentum. Bracewell (2/34) was the best player of MI New York. However, his removal led to a rout and Texas Super Kings finished off a convincing victory.
