SKY takes Miller's catch [X]
Star Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav has responded to a meme posted by Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem about his crucial catch in the T20 World Cup final. Suryakumar's spectacular catch at the long-off boundary dismissed the dangerous David Miller, playing an important role in India's seven-run victory over South Africa in Barbados.
The catch was one of the most important ones in cricket history, helping India secure their second T20 World Cup. With South Africa needing 16 runs from the last over, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma entrusted Hardik Pandya to bowl the decisive six balls. Pandya's first delivery, a low full toss, was lofted by Miller straight down the ground.
SKY reacts on meme shared by Saqib Saleem
As millions of fans watched in suspense, Suryakumar remained composed and executed a brilliant catch. He juggled the ball, stepped over the boundary ropes, and managed to secure it just millimeters from the boundary cushion.
Despite a boundary off the next ball keeping South Africa in the game, the challenge proved too great for them to overcome.
Social media has been abuzz with posts and reels celebrating SKY's breathtaking catch. One such meme, shared by Saqib on his Instagram story, humorously depicted India's trophy parade in Mumbai and suggested that it might not have happened without Suryakumar's incredible catch.
SKY's Instagram story. (Screengrab)
This is not the first time Suryakumar has received accolades for this catch. Since taking that remarkable catch, praise has poured in from all over the world, with many believing it was the defining moment of the match.