In the third ODI between England and Australia at the Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, cricket fans witnessed a jaw-dropping moment of brilliance on the field that left even one of the game’s most composed and experienced players, Steve Smith, in utter disbelief. Brydon Carse took a stunning boundary catch to dismiss Smith, changing the course of the game and giving England a crucial breakthrough.
Brydon Chase takes a blinder to dismiss Steve Smith
The moment came in the 34th over, with Jofra Archer steaming in to bowl to a well-set Smith, who was on 60 off 82 balls and looked poised for a century. On the third ball of the over, Archer bowled a short-pitched delivery, and Smith, known for his impeccable technique and precise timing, executed a powerful pull shot. The ball seemed destined to race away to the boundary, but Brydon Carse had other plans. Positioned at deep backward square leg, Carse had to sprint to his left to reach the ball, which was traveling at considerable speed. With remarkable athleticism, Carse slid on his knees and held on to the catch with both hands, making it look effortless.
Smith stood at the crease, stunned, unable to believe that his well-timed shot had found its way into the hands of Carse. Archer, wearing an apologetic smile, acknowledged the sheer brilliance of the catch, while Carse was mobbed by his teammates in celebration. Smith, who was eyeing a big score, had to walk back to the pavilion after making 60 runs, which included five boundaries.
Here’s the video:
That is OUTRAGEOUS 😱
Smith’s reaction says it all…
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This wicket proved to be a turning point in Australia’s innings. Smith had been anchoring the Australian side, and his dismissal derailed their momentum at a crucial stage of the game. However, a spirited 77 not out from Alex Carey and valuable contributions from Hardie (44) and Green (42) took Australia’s total to 304/7.
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England keeps the ODI series alive
England, in response, put up a clinical performance, led by a blistering ton from Harry Brook and a composed half-century from Will Jacks. Although Australia’s bowlers, including Cameron Green (2-45) and Mitchell Starc (2-63), made inroads, it wasn’t enough to stop England from cruising to victory under the DLS method. England reached 254/4 in 37.4 overs, winning the match by 46 runs.
The result gave England their first win in the five-match series, keeping the contest alive after Australia had dominated the first two ODIs. However, it was Brydon Carse’s spectacular catch that remained the highlight of the match, a moment that showcased the unpredictable and thrilling nature of cricket.
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