IPL 2024 | Twitter and Dhoni laud flying Pathirana’s one-handed screamer denying Warner’s assault
Sometimes a great catch can change the course of the game but at times a catch can defy the laws of physics and belief. Such was the scene in the clash between Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals, when Matheesha Pathirana displayed unparalleled athleticism to send David Warner back to the hut.
Opting to bat first, the Delhi Capitals made a blazing start with openers David Warner and Prithvi Shaw propelling them to 62/0 by the end of the powerplay. Warner reached his fifty in just 31 deliveries, guiding Delhi to 91/0 after nine overs and Shaw joined the party late. The Chennai bowling attack sought desperately to break this partnership, prompting MS Dhoni to reintroduce Mustafizur Rahman for his second over, which bolstered their bowling, much to the crowd's delight, which witnessed some outstanding fielding displays.
On the 10th over's third ball, the Bangla pacer delivered a slower, fuller ball that tempted Warner to attempt a reverse-lap shot. As the ball left Mustafizur's hand, Warner swiftly switched his stance and made solid contact. However, Pathirana, stationed at short third man, was alert to the situation, extending his right hand and diving to his right with a huge leap. His athletic dive paid off as he managed to snatch the ball with his fingertips and maintain the body's poise, leaving Warner stunned. The packed Vishakapatnam crowd erupted in applause at Pathirana's remarkable effort, with even Dhoni acknowledging the young Sri Lankan's talent with a smile and clap.
Twitter users were left amazed by Pathirana's exceptional catch, sparking discussions across social media platforms.
Unbelievable
𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥 🤩
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 31, 2024
Matheesha Pathirana takes a one hand diving catch to dismiss David Warner who was on song tonight
Watch the match LIVE on @JioCinema and @StarSportsIndia 💻📱#TATAIPL | #DCvCSK | @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/sto5tnnYaj
Superb
What a Catch by Pathirana 🥵🔥 pic.twitter.com/PI5RLmJFie
— Rodony 𓃬 (@Rodony_) March 31, 2024
Blown away!
MSD's reaction post that Flying catch💥
— Hustler (@HustlerCSK) March 31, 2024
He's happy and So are we😎💫💛
Matheesha Pathirana, You're GOAT.#DCvsCSK pic.twitter.com/hnyU5cIrcc
LOL
Pathirana bro is literally posing for a photoshoot after taking the best catch in IPL history 😭 pic.twitter.com/8Qtrzyo8Tr
— ` (@FourOverthrows) March 31, 2024
What a catch!
WHAT A CATCH!
— Pranav Pratap Singh (@PranavMatraaPPS) March 31, 2024
This blinder from Pathirana was perhaps the only way to stop David Warner today! A Wicket that should be credited solely to the fielder!
Dhoni, Tushar Deshpande, Deepak Chahar all seem likely to bat today! #CSKvsDC #DCvsCSKpic.twitter.com/sthggPbAbM
Superman
Flying Pathirana. Catch of this Season 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/p3P3eQ1mbt
— 🎰 (@StanMSD) March 31, 2024
It has to be!
MATHEESHA PATHIRANA!!!
— Kanishka Roshan (@KrosaniTy) March 31, 2024
CATCH OF THE TOURNAMENT!!
HAS TO BE!!!!! pic.twitter.com/4HiAOi2Z4f
Boss loved it!
MS seems very impressed with the Pathirana catch pic.twitter.com/3WkXtY9DkH
— Sᴜᴊɪ (@Im_Suji) March 31, 2024
Crazy good
WHAT A CATCH Pathirana 🥵🔥 pic.twitter.com/bylflAXHKZ
— dffgg (@butterfly_45_56) March 31, 2024
Stunning!
What a Catch by Pathirana 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/tikFrS6h0R
— 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐈𝐓 (@OyeeSumit) March 31, 2024