SL vs NZ | Twitter stunned by Ramesh Mendis’ somersault catch as Kane Williamson takes a tumble
The lengthy format of a Test match is often livened by spectacular catches that showcase incredible agility. In the Test between Sri Lanka and New Zealand at Galle, Ramesh Mendis of Sri Lanka delivered an unforgettable moment by taking a stunning running catch to dismiss Kane Williamson.
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On the second ball of the 23rd over, Pieris released a floated delivery just outside off stump. Williamson stepped down the pitch but misjudged his reach. A puff of dust erupted as the ball hit the ground, spinning back sharply and causing Williamson's bat to close unexpectedly. His flick sent the ball racing toward long on, where Ramesh Mendis sprinted to his right. He positioned himself perfectly and snared the catch just in front of his chest. Although he collided with the ground with his head landing on the ground, the setback didn’t dampen his spirits. The Twitterverse erupted with praise for Mendis' impressive effort.
What a catch
— Arijit Shanto (@ArijitShan18431) September 28, 2024
Again and again
Two excellent catches have derailed New Zealand's response.
— Omkar Mankame (@Oam_16) September 28, 2024
Chandimal took an excellent running catch to send back Conway on 61 off 62 balls. Now, Ramesh Mendis (sub) takes a superb catch near the ropes to get rid of Williamson on 46.
NZ 110/3
Terrific
That's a stunner and a half from Ramesh Mendis. Terrific catch! #SLvNZ
— Soorya Sesha (@sooryasesha7) September 28, 2024
Stunner and half
That's a stunner and a half from Ramesh Mendis. Terrific catch! #SLvNZ
— Soorya Sesha (@sooryasesha7) September 28, 2024
Good one
Thats a sexy catch from Ramesh Mendis
— The Divine Beard (@Gerrardicted) September 28, 2024
Brilliant
Ramesh Mendis brilliantly taken.
— psyf (@PsyfeR888) September 28, 2024
The reason
There was a thread on #RameshMendis and the revs he imparted before he changed his grip and after he changed his grip.
— Cham J (@Uppercut07) September 28, 2024
And we all know who was behind the change. #SpinnerKiller. 😅 #SLvNZ https://t.co/hFWW7bf3c6
Huge support
Nishan Peris , a better consistent spinner than Ramesh Mendis! Huge support to the Jayasuriya to pick wickets by bowling tight lengths with putting pressure on batsmen! #SLvNZ
— Dulith Kasun (@DulithK) September 28, 2024
Elite bowling
This is Elite Test match Bowling,Bowling good lines and lengths,stifling batters and making them panic because Scoreboard isnt moving, Ramesh Mendis never going to do this & some pundits were laughing when i mentioned that #SLvsNZ
— first_slip 😷 (@prbath_neranja) September 28, 2024
King of Galle
Prabath Jayasuriya - The king of Galle on rampage. 66* Test wickets at one ground! Just think of NZ's situation, if Ramesh Mendis was picked. One more Galle-Hunter.
— Bharath Ramaraj (@Fancricket12) September 28, 2024
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