In a stunning display of fielding brilliance, India A’s Tilak Varma took a sensational catch, propelling his team to a dominant 132-run victory over India C in the Duleep Trophy 2024. The breathtaking moment came on the fourth and final day of the third-round match at Anantapur when Varma leapt to his right to dismiss India C batter Baba Indrajith.
The catch took place during the second ball of the 80th over of India C’s second innings. Paceman Prasidh Krishna bowled a short delivery towards off-stump, which caught the upper edge of Indrajith’s bat. As the ball flew towards leg slip, Tilak Varma, stationed close by, reacted swiftly and lunged to complete a flying catch, leaving spectators in awe. Indrajith, who was batting at number 10, was sent back for a two-ball duck, bringing India A within one wicket of victory.
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Crucial Dismissal Seals the Game
Indrajith’s dismissal was a pivotal moment in the match as he was the ninth India C batter to be sent back to the pavilion. The Tamil Nadu cricketer had returned to the field after suffering a hamstring injury during the first innings, where he scored 34 off 61 balls before retiring out. His return in the second innings was short-lived, thanks to Varma’s athleticism.
India A’s Dominance in the Duleep Trophy
Tilak Varma’s performance was just one highlight of an outstanding campaign for India A in the Duleep Trophy 2024. The side, led by Prasidh Krishna’s pace attack and Shams Mulani’s brilliant spin, dominated their opponents throughout the tournament. Varma, a key player for Mumbai Indians in the IPL, amassed 145 runs in two matches, including a match-winning century against India D earlier in the tournament.
India A’s bowlers, led by Krishna, who was impressive throughout the game, played a critical role in restricting India C. With Krishna’s fiery pace and Kotian’s disciplined bowling, the team managed to seal a comprehensive win.
Tilak Varma’s Fielding Genius
Varma’s heroics in the field have been a consistent theme throughout the Duleep Trophy. Just days prior to this match, he fell victim to a similar feat of fielding brilliance when Shreyas Iyer, captain of India D, pulled off a remarkable catch to dismiss Varma during an intense battle between India A and India D. In a role reversal, Tilak Varma was now the one completing a match-turning catch.
The young cricketer’s electric fielding has earned him praise from all corners of the cricketing world, cementing his status as one of India’s most promising talents.
With this commanding performance, India A clinched the 2024 Duleep Trophy, adding another trophy to their cabinet. Varma’s contributions with the bat and in the field have been vital, and his superman-like catch will surely be remembered as one of the tournament’s standout moments.
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