In a jaw-dropping moment during the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 clash between India and South Africa at Visakhapatnam, Indian pacer Kranti Gaud produced a fielding masterclass that left fans and players in awe.
South Africa’s Tazmin Brits, coming off a century in her previous match, was expected to be a key figure. But her stay at the crease was cut short before it even began. Brits drove a delivery straight back, seemingly safely past the bowler - until Gaud intervened.
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With cat-like reflexes, Gaud stuck out her left hand in her follow-through and plucked the ball cleanly out of the air. A one-handed stunner, executed with balance, timing, and sharp presence of mind, sent Brits back for a duck.
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The moment lit up social media and drew admiration from commentators and fans alike. Many hailed it as one of the best catches of the tournament so far.
"It wasn’t just about athleticism, but about presence of mind," one commentator noted. "Gaud didn’t lose her balance or focus for a second."
This early breakthrough handed India the momentum in a high-stakes World Cup match and highlighted Kranti Gaud’s all-round value - not just with the ball, but also in the field.
In high-pressure tournaments like the World Cup, moments like these often turn the tide, and Gaud’s brilliance may well be remembered as one of the defining plays of the match.