AUS vs SA: Spectator takes incredible one-handed catch as Tim David smashes Corbin Bosch for six – Watch | Cricket News

A fan within the stands stole the highlight throughout the Australia vs South Africa T20I at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin, on Sunday, pulling off what followers are calling the “catch of the year.” The second got here in Australia’s innings when Tim David smashed a supply from Corbin Bosch over the fence. Bosch might solely watch in frustration as the ball sailed into the gang. But as an alternative of touchdown within the seats, it was caught one-handed by a spectator who additionally had two cans clutched in his different hand. Cameras shortly zoomed in to seize the good piece of ability and composure, sparking cheers throughout the bottom. Earlier, South Africa had gained the toss and opted to bowl first. Australia acquired off to a shaky begin, shedding Mitchell Marsh to make it 30/3. Tim David then got here to the rescue, smashing an 83 off 52 balls to pull his aspect again from bother. He was the one batter to really discover rhythm amid the collapse, farming the strike and denying singles to guard the tail. Despite his heroics, Australia have been bowled out for 178 in 20 overs. Dwarshuis and Ellis chipped in with useful contributions, whereas Kagiso Rabada impressed with the brand new ball, Maphaka’s skiddy tempo compelled mishits, and Muthusamy was excellent within the center overs. The innings was a mixture of daring hitting and premature dismissals. Travis Head tried to pierce the off-aspect in opposition to Rabada however fell early. Marsh performed one shot too many, Inglis swung with out a sighter, Cam Green seemed harmful till undone by a slower ball from Ngidi, and Mitch Owen misplaced his stumps to a wild swing. Maxwell too fell making an attempt to hit out, leaving Australia reeling at 75/6 earlier than David’s counterattack.

Australia’s 13 sixes equalled their joint-most in a T20I in opposition to South Africa, matching their effort in Durban in 2023. Yet, for many, the standout second was not a boundary or a milestone, however somewhat, the calm, one-handed seize by a fan who refused to spill a drop.