IPL 2024 | Twitter explodes as Riley Rossouw's sleight of hand sends ball disappearing to the boundary line
Fortune favours the brave but not always miracles happen. Such was the scene at the contest between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru where Riley Rossouw’s great fielding effort at the deep went in vain as the ball sneaked through for an unfortunate four, with respect to the hosts.
Choosing to bowl first after winning the toss proved to be a backfiring decision for Punjab Kings as Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar went on a run-scoring spree for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The pair formed a formidable partnership accumulating 72 runs and propelling RCB to 106/2 in just nine overs. Both batsmen notched up half-centuries setting the stage for a formidable total. However, post their departure there was a humorous moment when Riley Rossouw showcased remarkable skills with a diving effort, only for the ball to elude him and race to the boundary
In a dramatic turn of events on the last ball of the 19th over, Rahul Chahar delivered a full-length ball to Dinesh Karthik. The Indian batter, assessing the leg-spin's length, executed a powerful slog-sweep towards the deep. Meanwhile, Riley Rossouw ran from his fielding position and made a valiant effort diving low to attempt a catch. However, an unexpected bounce caught Rossouw off guard, allowing the ball to slip past him for a boundary. Despite Chahar's evident frustration with Rossouw's attempt, the South African player gestured in helplessness, indicating he had no control over the ball's trajectory.
The unfortunate turn of events continued as the no-ball siren echoed through the picturesque Dharamsala ground, signalling Chahar's delivery had crossed the line. Seizing the opportunity, Karthik capitalized on the free hit, dispatching the ball for another boundary.
Twitter erupted with commentary on the incident, with users quickly taking to social media to discuss the comical yet frustrating sequence of events.
Mmmmmagickh!!
— Yashji (@Yashji554997) May 9, 2024
He made use of it!
Virat Kohli dropped twice now.
— aman (@bilateral_bully) May 9, 2024
Bad fielding, Rilee Rossouw #PBKSvRCB
Catches win matches!
Dropped again lmfao. Why tf is fat mf Rossouw fielding there? 2 drops already
— Vikkash S (@vikkash36) May 9, 2024
That costed them a lot!
3 catch drops by PBKS.#PBKSvsRCB
— abhay singh (@abhaysingh_13) May 9, 2024
That's how it works!
Takes one good catch and
— PBKS TN Army 🔥❤️ (@PunjabPbksArmy) May 9, 2024
Drops a easy one
Otha harshal 😒😒😒😒😒
He did that so good!
I bet that no Virat Kohli fan will pass without liking this. #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/ABQBtSjuqy
— PREMRAJ MEENA (@premrajmeena71) May 9, 2024
:|
Zimbabar Kabhi Bhi Nhi Khel Sakta Uski Aukat Nhi He 🤣😂🤣
— Mahesh Bhil (@Virat_Kohli0077) May 9, 2024
So close!
Ala #ABD mama vachipiyadu aa ball ki#ViratKohli𓃵 #King #PBKSvsRCB pic.twitter.com/CRLBjllDfX
— Vishwanath 🤘🏻 (@ahamvishwanath) May 9, 2024
Already?
Six hitting loaded
— Virat kohli (@ViratKohli9261) May 9, 2024