On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) witnessed a sensational moment as South African star Faf du Plessis took a stunning catch that left fans and players alike in awe. The incident occurred during the match between St Lucia Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia.
In the 14th over of Trinbago Knight Riders’ chase of a challenging 188-run target, Faf du Plessis once again demonstrated his exceptional fielding skills. Shaqkere Parris attempted an inside-out shot off a flighted delivery from spinner Noor Ahmad. However, Parris failed to make solid contact with the ball, which sailed towards the cover region. Showing his athleticism and anticipation, Faf du Plessis sprinted backward, keeping his eyes on the ball. As he reached the perfect position, he made a brilliant diving catch, securing the ball as he fell to the ground.
Faf du Plessis Takes Stunning Catch Running Backward in CPL 2024
The CPL’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter) shared the video of the incredible catch, captioning it: “Fabulous Faf to the rescue with tonight’s Carib Catch!”Faf du Plessis, famous for his quick reflexes and excellent catching in the mid-off and long-off positions, showed once again why he is regarded as one of the best fielders in cricket, even at 40 years old.
His catch played a crucial role in keeping the pressure on the Knight Riders, highlighting his enduring ability to make game-changing contributions on the field.
