Watch: Rabada and Jansen’s Boundary Collision Sends Ball for Six in T20 World Cup

In a tense moment during the 2024 T20 World Cup match between South Africa and the West Indies, bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen collided at the boundary ropes as the ball soared for a six. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, June 23, in Antigua, fortunately resulted in no serious injuries for the South African players.

Rabada and Jansen’s Boundary Collision

The dramatic episode unfolded in the eighth over of the West Indies innings. South African bowler Aiden Markram delivered a tossed-up ball on the middle stump, which West Indies’ Kyle Mayers seized upon, lofting it straight down the ground. As the ball sailed towards the boundary, Rabada and Jansen converged from long-off and long-on, respectively. Both players leaped in an attempt to intercept the ball, but instead, they collided in mid-air.

Spectators held their breath as Rabada and Jansen crashed to the ground. Rabada appeared relatively unscathed and quickly got back on his feet. Jansen, however, took a moment longer to rise and, although he managed to stand up, he subsequently left the field. Due to the collision, Jansen did not complete his remaining two overs in the match.

Despite the scare, the South African team and their supporters were relieved that both players escaped without serious injury. The moment highlighted the high stakes and intense competition characteristic of the T20 World Cup, underscoring the dedication and athleticism of the players involved.

The game continued with heightened tension, but the focus remained on the well-being of Rabada and Jansen, who have been pivotal figures for South Africa. Their collision served as a reminder of the unpredictable and sometimes perilous nature of cricket, where split-second decisions and athletic prowess can lead to unexpected outcomes.

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