In a remarkable display of agility, Indian cricketer Sai Sudharsan executed a stunning catch at short leg during the second Test against West Indies. This pivotal moment occurred on Saturday in New Delhi, dismissing opener John Campbell off the bowling of Ravindra Jadeja.
Sai Sudharsan’s Catch and Match Context
The catch came shortly after India declared their first innings at 518/5. This commanding total was built on the back of impressive centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. When West Indies began their innings, Campbell and Tagenaraine Chanderpaul were at the crease. Jadeja made an early impact by removing Campbell, thanks to Sudharsan’s exceptional fielding.
India’s Impressive First Innings
India won the toss and chose to bat first. KL Rahul opened alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal but was dismissed for 38 runs by Jomel Warrican. Sudharsan then joined Jaiswal, and the pair formed a formidable partnership of 243 runs before Sudharsan got out after scoring 87 runs.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: 175 runs (run-out)
- Sai Sudharsan: 87 runs
- Nitish Kumar Reddy: 49 runs
- Dhruv Jurel: 44 runs
- Shubman Gill: 129 not out (unbeaten)
Jaiswal’s innings ended on the second day due to a mix-up in the middle. Meanwhile, Gill’s century marked a notable achievement; he became the second Indian captain after Virat Kohli to score five centuries in a single calendar year.
Bowling Performance by West Indies
Jomel Warrican stood out as the leading bowler for West Indies, taking three wickets. Roston Chase contributed with one wicket, as India’s innings unfolded over 134.2 overs.
Match Significance
This second Test is critical for India, who leads the two-match series 1-0, having secured a win in the previous Test held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Fans eagerly await further exploits from Sudharsan and his team.
