Quinton de Kock's heart-out effort went in vain. They covered a good amount of ground to take a stunning catch. But in the end, it was a missed catch. After running near the boundary rope, from the keeping spot, the wicketkeeper threw his body into the air to catch the ball. If he were able to take the catch, then South Africa could have dismissed New Zealand opener Finn Allen early in the second innings. Kagiso Rabada, the pacer, was hoping to watch a stunner. But he had turned his back as the ball bounced from the fingertips of de Kock. The incident happened in the second over of the second innings of the first semifinal of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The incident took place in the first over of Kagiso Rabada, and the second over of the second innings. New Zealand was then with only 12 runs, with their openers, Finn Allen and Tim Seifert on the crease. While Seifert was batting on 12, Allen had yet to score his first run of the night. The catch miss perhaps mostly because of the confusion between Quinton de Kock and Dewald Brevis, as both of them went for the catch. Measuring the distance between the ball's trajectory line and the position of the fielders, Brevis was nearer than the wicket keeper. But it was Quinton de Kock who eventually went for the catch, and Brevis was then only a spectator. If the wicketkeeper was able to successfully pull off the stunner, then no one would blame him. But as the chance dropped, de Kock will have to take the responsibility for the action he took. A moment of confusion between Quinton de Kock and Dewald Brevis resulted in the catch being missed. After the conclusion of the momentum, de Kock and Brevis exchanged some words with each other as well.#t20_world_cup_2026 #quinton_de_kock #eden_gardens #dewald_brevis #kagiso_rabada
Sikandar Raza delivers standout performance in T20 World Cup finale Sikandar Raza showcased his all-round prowess in a dramatic T20 World Cup match, steering Zimbabwe to a valiant effort against South Africa despite the odds. Coming into the game with his team in dire straits at 28 for 2, Raza’s fearless batting and sharp bowling became pivotal in a thrilling encounter. His innings, marked by calculated aggression and composure, helped Zimbabwe push their chances, even as South Africa’s pace attack threatened to dismantle their hopes. Raza’s batting innings was a masterclass in resilience. Facing a barrage of fast deliveries, he countered with a mix of power and precision, hitting key boundaries to keep his team in the game. His fifty came off just 29 balls, a testament to his ability to adapt and thrive under pressure. Despite a costly edge that led to his dismissal, Raza’s determination never wavered. His ability to read the slower deliveries from South Africa’s bowlers and his quick reflexes against the short ball highlighted his experience and composure. The match also saw Raza’s bowling shine. After a challenging start, he took the wicket of South Africa’s key batter Dewald Brevis with a sharp delivery that caught the edge, sending the crowd into a frenzy. His ability to maintain control and deliver crucial breakthroughs underscored his value as a match-winner. Raza’s performance earned him the Player-of-the-Match award, a fitting recognition for his all-round contributions. Raza’s impact extended beyond his individual stats. His efforts helped Zimbabwe secure a platform to compete with a formidable South African side, even as the tournament progressed to its final stages. His coach, Justin Sammons, praised Raza for “saving his best for last,” a sentiment echoed by his teammates and fans.#south_africa #t20_world_cup #zimbabwe #sikandar_razza #dewald_brevis
