Trent Boult’s delivery to Johnny Bairstow found Santner at cover, where his lightning-quick reflexes led to a remarkable one-handed catch with his left hand.
All eyes are on The Rose Bowl in Southampton as England and New Zealand face off in the second One-Day International (ODI) of their much-anticipated 4-match series.
However, the match was affected by rain, resulting in a reduced 34-overs-per-side contest. Tom Latham won the toss for New Zealand and chose to field, citing concerns about the impending weather and expressing a preference to chase the target later in the game.
During the second over, Trent Boult bowled a delivery to Johnny Bairstow, resulting in an impressive catch by Santner at cover. It was a skillful display of fielding as Bairstow attempted to work an inswinger around the middle across the line. However, his leading edge soared towards the cover region. Santner’s lightning-quick reflexes saw him leap up and secure the ball with a remarkable one-handed catch using his left hand.
Bairstow’s brief stay at the crease yielded just 6 runs off 8 balls, marking a disappointing contribution as New Zealand enjoyed a promising start to the match.
Some catch đź‘Ź
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England entered this match smarting from a convincing defeat in the first ODI, where New Zealand displayed clinical prowess. Despite posting a competitive total, England faltered in defending it. Their batting remained steady, but their bowling failed to seal the deal.
Meanwhile, New Zealand excelled in the batting department, effortlessly chasing down 291 with 8 wickets to spare in the first ODI. Centuries by Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell highlighted their stellar performance. Rachin Ravindra’s three-wicket haul in the previous game added to New Zealand’s confidence, making him a key asset as they prepare for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup.
Last Updated on September 10, 2023
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