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[Watch] Kumar Sangakkara Rolls Back Years With A Jaw-Dropping Glovework

Sakshi Sharma

Kumar Sangakkara's stunning effort in IML 2025 (Source:@screengrab)Kumar Sangakkara's stunning effort in IML 2025 (Source:@screengrab)

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In a match filled with thrilling performances, it was a moment of sheer brilliance from Sri Lanka Masters skipper Kumar Sangakkara that left cricket fans in shock. During Sri Lanka’s commanding seven-wicket victory over South Africa Masters in the ongoing International Masters League 2025, the legendary wicketkeeper diving effort that stole the limelight. 

Kumar Sangakkara’s Flying Effort Stuns Fans

Reacting to an ill-directed delivery, Kumar Sangakkara leaped to his left, stretching every strength to pluck the ball with a single hand. The 47-year-old, moving with the agility of a teenager, completed the grab in a split second, leaving spectators and cricket experts speechless. The internet erupted as the clip of his stunning effort went viral, with fans hailing the Sri Lankan icon’s fitness and reflexes. 


Amla’s Masterclass In Vain as SL Clinches Convincing Win

Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Sri Lanka Masters faced a strong batting display from South Africa Masters, led by the ever-classy Hashim Amla. The former Proteas opener played a sublime knock of 76 off 53 balls. His innings, filled with crisp drives and masterful flicks, powered South Africa to a challenging total of 181.  

Despite the competitive target, Sri Lanka Masters remained unfazed. Openers Kumar Sangakkara and Upul Tharanga provided a solid 50-run start before off-spinner Thandi Tshabalala shifted the momentum by dismissing both in quick succession. 

With Sri Lanka in trouble, Asela Gunaratne and Chinthaka Jayasinghe stepped up with a match-winning partnership. Jayasinghe’s blistering 23-ball fifty and Gunaratne’s steady knock guided Sri Lanka to victory in just 17.2 overs.