T20 World Cup live: Daryl Mitchell’s SUPERMAN fielding effort- New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell on Sunday nearly pulled off the ‘catch of the century’ while playing against Afghanistan in a do-or-die match. The brilliant fielding effort showed why Kiwis are touted as the best fielding side in world cricket. Follow T20 World Cup live updates on insidesport.in
T20 World Cup LIVE: This SUPERMAN fielding effort by Daryl Mitchell will tell you why New Zealand is the World’s best fielding unit
“That hit from Rashid Khan was destined for six, but Daryl Mitchell intervened with the most unbelievable save in the deep,” ICC wrote in an Instagram post with shocking emoji.
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T20 World Cup LIVE: SUPERMAN fielding effort – Mitchell made a full stretched dive above the ropes to stop a destined SIX off Rashid Khan. During the last over of Afghanistan’s innings, Mitchell showed his athleticism at par excellence with on-field awareness during his superman stuff.
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He actually took the catch, one-handed while leaning backwards, but soon realised that he was falling on the ropes. He made the decision in a fraction of a second with the calm and composed mindset to throw it right back to the wicket-keeper. James Neesham’s delivery was hit with precision but Mitchell was determined to save four runs for Blackcaps in the Team India decider for T20 World Cup.
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The Blackcaps didn’t give Afghanistan any runs for granted and played their A-game to continue their hopes of a maiden T20 World Cup title. In fact, they have been tremendous throughout the tournament.
T20 World Cup LIVE: This SUPERMAN fielding effort by Daryl Mitchell will tell you why New Zealand is the World’s best fielding unit
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