WATCH: Shardul Thakur Takes Brilliant Boundary Catch In Ind vs Afg World Cup 2023 Match

New Delhi: In their second match of the ODI World Cup 2023, India took on Afghanistan in what promised to be an enthralling encounter.

After losing the toss, Rohit Sharma’s men were asked to take the field, with Afghanistan stepping in to bat.

The Indian bowlers initiated their campaign with vigor, and it didn’t take long for the action to heat up. Jasprit Bumrah made the early breakthrough by dismissing Ibrahim Zadran, setting the tone for the innings.

However, it was Shardul Thakur’s brilliance in the field that left a lasting impression.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the Afghan batsman, found himself caught in a web of Shardul Thakur’s agility. Shardul took an extraordinary catch stationed near the deep backward square leg boundary, displaying remarkable athleticism.

While he initially secured the catch, he released it in mid-air as a precaution before stepping onto the field. With remarkable composure and presence of mind, he completed the catch on the second attempt. Watch the dismissal..

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This breathtaking fielding display by Shardul Thakur sent both Afghan openers back to the pavilion with scores of 22 and 21, putting India in a favorable position.

Shardul’s impact didn’t stop there; he continued to trouble the Afghan batting lineup, dismissing Rahmat Shah in the very next over after Rahmat opted for a DRS review.

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The thrilling display of fielding in this ODI match demonstrated how every moment in cricket can turn the tide of the game, making it a treat for cricket enthusiasts.

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