The T20 World Cup 2026 showcased an impressive catch as Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi teamed up to dismiss Michael Levitt during the match between Pakistan and the Netherlands. This stunning moment occurred when the Dutch batsmen were starting to gain momentum, quickly shifting the advantage back to Pakistan.
After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to field first, relying on their strong bowling lineup and sharp fielding to create early pressure. In the fifth over, a remarkable fielding effort caught the attention of Cricket fans everywhere.
Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi’s impressive catch dismisses Michael Levitt
Babar, stationed at long-off, sprinted to his right and tracked the ball expertly. He caught it with both hands but, as he approached the boundary, he showed quick thinking. Just before his right foot hit the rope, Babar tossed the ball back into play. Shaheen, who had dashed back from mid-on, timed his arrival perfectly and completed the catch.
Celebrating with clenched fists, Babar was soon surrounded by teammates. The crowd reacted with excitement, recognizing the special nature of the moment. Levitt’s wicket was a significant loss for the Netherlands, as they lost a player capable of scoring quickly.
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