Ravi Bishnoi, the young leg-spinner from Rajasthan, has become a household name over the last few years. He is one of the best leg-spinners going around the circuit at the moment and many see him as a long-term prospect for India. However, he is not just known for his crafty bowling, but also for his exceptional fielding skills. He’s known for his acrobatic dives, sharp reflexes, and fearless approach in the outfield. On this note, let us take a look at three of his most sensational catches in the IPL:
1. One-Handed Screamer vs GT in IPL 2024:
Fresh in everyone’s minds is the phenomenal catch Bishnoi pulled off just yesterday against the Gujarat Titans. Bowling to the experienced Kane Williamson, Bishnoi got him to chip one in the air off his own bowling. With lightning reflexes, Bishnoi leaped high in the air, outstretched his right hand, and plucked the ball out of thin air with a single hand. The crowd erupted in a roar, and replays showed just how less time Bishnoi had to react, making the catch even more remarkable. Many pundits are already calling this the catch of the IPL 2024 season.
2. A breathtaking Running catch vs KKR in IPL 2021:
Back in IPL 2021, Bishnoi displayed his athleticism against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The big-hitting Sunil Narine launched a powerful shot towards the leg-side boundary. Bishnoi, stationed near fine leg, sprinted with incredible determination, judged the trajectory perfectly and dived full length to pouch the catch inches before it touched the ground. The dismissal not only saved crucial runs but also provided a much-needed boost to Bishnoi’s team’s morale. He won the award for the Best Catch of the Season for his effort.
3. Sharp catch at mid-on vs RCB in 2020:
In a game between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kings XI Punjab back in 2020, Ravi Bishnoi, on IPL debut, took a sharp catch at mid-on to dismiss Devdutt Padikkal. This wicket helped Punjab make an early inroad and set up what was a comprehensive victory in the end. Padikkal had tried to pull a Sheldon Cottrell delivery but instead top-edged it. Bishnoi made no mistake and later took another catch to help XXIP get rid of Virat Kohli.