Watch: David Miller puts on Superman cape, grabs one-handed stunner to dent India in 2nd T20I | Cricket News
NEW DELHI: South Africa’s one of the best fielders David Miller pulled off a spectacular one-handed catch to dismiss Tilak Varma in the second T20I between South Africa and India on Sunday, leaving fans and teammates alike stunned.
The dismissal happened in the eighth over when South Africa’s captain, Aiden Markram, tossed one up outside off, inviting Tilak Varma to drive.
Tilak, who had been playing a steady innings, attempted an aggressive shot but couldn’t get enough power behind it, lofting the ball towards cover.
Miller, stationed at cover, instinctively stuck out his right hand and managed to pluck the ball out of the air in one swift, smooth movement.
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The timing of Miller’s catch was pivotal. At a crucial moment in India’s innings, Tilak was looking to anchor India through the middle overs, having scored a controlled 20 off 20 balls with one four and one six.
His dismissal put further pressure on an already struggling Indian lineup, which had lost early wickets and was attempting to stabilize against a sharp South African attack.
South Africa’s disciplined bowling strategy, led by Markram and supported by an agile fielding unit, had been keeping India on a tight leash.
Miller’s catch was a defining moment in the game, reminding everyone why he’s known as “Killer Miller” in all facets of the game.
Tilak’s departure further added to the pressure on Indian batters, who continued to struggle to build partnerships in the face of disciplined South African bowling.
Following Tilak’s wicket, India’s middle and lower order couldn’t quite find the rhythm to push the score beyond 124/6 in their 20 overs.
