The 11th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 took place at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, showcasing an impressive fielding moment that is likely to be remembered throughout the tournament. On a humid Tuesday night in Chennai, during a key Group D matchup between New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates, Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell executed a remarkable relay catch that shifted the game’s momentum.
T20 WC 2026: Mark Chapman and Daryl Mitchell’s stunning relay catch dismisses in-form Alishan Sharafu
The UAE opted to bat first and was on track for a big score. The partnership between captain Muhammad Waseem and the established Alishan Sharafu created problems for Mitchell Santner’s team. However, everything changed in the 15th over. Santner, looking for a breakthrough, bowled one wide outside off-stump. Sharafu, who was playing well with 55 off 47 balls, executed a powerful slog sweep that appeared headed for the stands at deep midwicket.
That’s when Chapman made his move. Sprinting along the boundary, he intercepted the ball just inches from the rope. Aware of his momentum carrying him over the boundary, he skillfully tossed the ball back into play just as his feet landed outside. Mitchell, positioned nearby, caught the ball to complete the dismissal. The crowd in Chennai erupted as the replay showcased Chapman’s outstanding effort, ending Sharafu’s impressive innings and breaking a century partnership that had put New Zealand under pressure.
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