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[Watch] Fabian Allen's Gravity-Defying Catch Leaves Batter Kieron Pollard Awestruck

image-lmd4m7lbKieron Pollard (Twitter)

In a breathtaking display of athleticism, Jamaica Tallawahs' all-rounder, Fabian Allen delivered what many are calling one of the finest outfield catches in recent times.


Fabian Allen's fabulous catch leaves everyone stunned

Playing in Match 22 of Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2023 at Trinidad on Saturday, the match seemed to favour TKR, especially when their captain, Kieron Pollard, took the crease in their bide to chase the target of 155 set by the Tallawahs. Looking to propel his team closer to their target, Pollard launched a shot into the outfield.

But what followed was pure magic from Allen. Running in with all his might and determination from deep mid-wicket, Allen dove forward and, defying gravity, managed to hold on to the ball with one hand just inches off the ground.

The sheer audacity of the catch left everyone on the edge of their seats, including the on-air commentators. Even Pollard, known for his hard-hitting skills was left bewildered, having initially assumed it to be a bump ball.


Watch: Fabian Allen catch to dismiss Kieron Pollard


The crowd went into a frenzy when the third umpire confirmed the dismissal which left the usually stoic TKR skipper visibly shocked. As Pollard trudged back to the pavillion, the weight of the moment was evident – TKR still required 40 runs from 35 balls.

However, despite this moment of brilliance, the match was far from over. The Knight Riders, showcasing their mettle, rebounded swiftly and clinched victory by seven wickets with 16 balls to spare.

The loss was a bitter pill for the Tallawahs, especially given their current run in the league. Once the kings of the circuit, the defending champions now find themselves second from the bottom on the points table.

On the other hand, TKR, riding high on momentum, have firmly stamped their authority, winning five out of their first seven matches. 

With this win, they not only reclaimed the coveted top spot but also completed a double over their rivals, having previously edged the Tallawahs in a nail-biting encounter by just two runs. As the season unfolds, it remains to be seen if the Jamaica Tallawahs can turn their fortunes around.