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In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 showdown between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Tuesday (April 23) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, KL Rahul showcased a moment of brilliance by snatching a stunning catch to dismiss Ajinkya Rahane.
Matt Henry strikes early for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Opting to field first, LSG pinned their hopes on their bowlers to establish a strong start to the match. Matt Henry rose to the occasion, delivering an early breakthrough by snaring the crucial wicket of Rahane. Rahane, thrust into the opening role as the hosts sidelined Rachin Ravindra, failed to make an impact, managing just 1 run from 3 deliveries before trudging back to the pavilion.
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KL Rahul’s spectacular catch dismisses Ajinkya Rahane
Henry delivered a tantalizing full-length delivery just outside the off-stump, enticing Rahane, whose anticipation surged upon spotting it. Rahane eagerly attempted a drive through the off-side, but his contact resulted in nothing more than an outside edge.
Initially, it appeared Rahane had successfully threaded the needle between the keeper and first slip. Yet, Rahul executed an astonishing full-stretch dive to his right side, seizing the opportunity to pluck a sharp catch from the air. Following Rahul’s remarkable catch, jubilant LSG players swarmed around him, offering their hearty congratulations.
Here’s the video:
A flying KL Rahul caught in HD 🤩🤯
The #LSG skipper takes a blinder to send Rahane packing!#TATAIPL #CSKvLSG #IPLonJioCinema pic.twitter.com/1eh8m5ckhr
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) April 23, 2024
Rahane’s performance in IPL 2024 for Chennai Super Kings
In terms of Rahane’s performance, he hasn’t enjoyed the most fruitful campaign with the bat in hand. Across 8 matches, he has accumulated 161 runs, averaging 23 with a strike-rate of 127.77. His highest score stands at 45.