Radha Yadav's Phenomenal 'Catch of a Lifetime' Wows Fans During India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI
With this spectacular catch, Radha not only showcased her incredible athleticism but also secured Mishra’s first international wicket. The catch quickly went viral, with BCCI Women’s official handle posting the clip and captioning it, “Another Radha Yadav special.
In a thrilling display of fielding brilliance, Radha Yadav pulled off what many are calling the "catch of a lifetime" during the second ODI between India and New Zealand at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Known for her exceptional fielding skills, Radha once again demonstrated her value to the Indian women’s cricket team, executing an unbelievable catch to dismiss New Zealand’s Brooke Halliday, which left fans, teammates, and commentators in awe.
The stunning moment unfolded in the 32nd over of New Zealand's innings when Halliday attempted to loft Priya Mishra's delivery. The ball was airborne and seemed destined to drop safely outside the 30-yard circle. However, Radha, positioned well inside the circle, sprinted backward, covering a substantial distance. Timing her dive to perfection, she stretched out horizontally, plucking the ball out of the air just inches from the ground, leaving spectators in disbelief and sparking a frenzy in the stands.
With this spectacular catch, Radha not only showcased her incredible athleticism but also secured Mishra’s first international wicket. The catch quickly went viral, with BCCI Women’s official handle posting the clip and captioning it, “Another Radha Yadav special. This time, she runs all the way back and successfully takes a skier. Maiden international wicket for Priya Mishra as Brooke Halliday departs.”
New Zealand Face High Stakes
New Zealand’s women's team, known as the White Ferns, went into this match needing a win to keep their hopes alive in the three-match series. They faced a 59-run loss in the first ODI against India at the same venue, where Smriti Mandhana led the Indian side in Harmanpreet Kaur’s absence. With Harmanpreet back for the second match, she resumed her captaincy duties, while New Zealand’s captain won the toss and elected to bat first.
Openers Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer started solidly, providing a foundation for the innings. However, Indian bowlers, particularly Radha Yadav and Deepti Sharma, mounted a successful comeback, stalling New Zealand's momentum. India’s recent journey, however, hasn’t been without setbacks, as they missed the semifinals of the T20 World Cup, where New Zealand claimed the trophy after defeating India in a critical group-stage game.
As India and New Zealand gear up for the series-deciding third ODI on Tuesday, October 29, all eyes will be on Radha and the Indian team, hoping to continue their momentum and clinch the series.
