Cameron Green took 4 catches [Source: AFP]
In a remarkable achievement, all-rounder Cameron Green joined the elite list of fielders with the most catches for Australia in a single ODI. The experienced cricketer attained the phenomenal landmark during the ongoing One-Day encounter between Australia and South Africa in Mackay.
Cameron Green Achieves Historic Milestone As Fielder
Cameron Green has been a vital cog in the Australian side, showcasing his all-round mettle across formats. However, the young cricketer showcased his fielding prowess in the second ODI against South Africa, registering the most number of catches as a fielder in a single game for his country.
After taking a simple catch at deep midwicket to dismiss Dewald Brevis off Nathan Ellis' bowling, Green helped Adam Zampa get the prized scalp of Tristan Stubbs at a crucial juncture.
He further went on to take important grabs of Wiaan Mulder and Nandre Burger, thereby recording four catches in the match. Thus, he joined six Australians - Mark Taylor, Michael Clarke, Andrew Symonds, Glenn Maxwell (twice), Mitchell Marsh and Marnus Labuschagne, who have attained the feat in the past.
Most Catches in an ODI as a Fielder for Australia
- 4 – Mark Taylor vs West Indies, Sydney, 1992
- 4 – Michael Clarke vs India, Melbourne, 2004
- 4 – Andrew Symonds vs Sri Lanka, Adelaide, 2006
- 4 – Glenn Maxwell vs England, Sydney, 2015
- 4 – Mitchell Marsh vs West Indies, Bridgetown, 2016
- 4 – Glenn Maxwell vs New Zealand, Edgbaston, 2017
- 4 – Marnus Labuschagne vs England, Trent Bridge, 2024
- 4 – Cameron Green vs South Africa, Mackay, 2025, today*
After showing sharp reflexes in the field, Cameron Green stepped up as a batter for Australia as the hosts lost three quick wickets. As of writing, the Aussies were 87 for three in 19.1 overs, with Green and Inglis batting on 27* and 34*, respectively.