In the 51st match of Indian Premier League, the table toppers Gujarat Titans beat the Lucknow Super Giants by 56 runs. One of the most highlighted moments of the match was Rashid Khan’s unbelievable catch of Kyle Mayers.Star Indian batter Virat Kohli who plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL couldn’t not control himself to praise Rashid Khan for that amazing catch.The incident happened in the 9th over of the match where the experienced fast bowler Mohit Sharma delivered a slower bouncer to Mayers, who attempted to hit a pull shot but got a top edge. Rashid Khan fielding at deep fine ran towards the ball but lost his balance and slid yet managed to take an incredible catch to dismiss Mayers. After this, Kohli praised Rashid’s outstanding effort on his official Instagram account.Kohli put the status of Rashid Khan’s catch on his instagram story and wrote,”One of the best catches I’ve ever seen. Brilliant Rashid Khan.”
Virat Kohli appreciating Rashid Khan's Incredible catch.
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He said – "One of the best catches I've ever seen, Brilliant Rashid". pic.twitter.com/GAqahuOC8E
Gujarat Titans managed to score 227 runs while batting first, thanks to the impressive performances from Wriddhiman Saha and Shubman Gill. Chasing this huge total, LSG required a strong opening partnership. Quinton de Kock played his first match for the LSG and gave a solid start along with Kyle Mayers but after the departure of both the batters, the Lucknow team went on backfoot and the team only reached to 171 runs at the loss of seven wickets.Before the catch of Rashid Khan, Virat Kohli also shared a post on GT batter Wriddhiman Saha who scored 81 runs in just 43 balls.
Virat Kohli enjoying the batting of Saha. pic.twitter.com/64f0WQLImF
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