[Watch] Mitchell Starc's 'Spectacular' Diving Catch Stuns Devon Conway

Mitchell Starc celebrated the first wicket [AP Photos]

In a riveting clash during the 2023 World Cup, Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc orchestrated a breathtaking spectacle on the field, leaving New Zealand and Blackcaps' batsman, Devon Conway, in sheer astonishment. Conway, who had displayed his mettle with a blistering 28 off  17 balls, encountered the full force of Starc's brilliance. 

The encounter saw Australia unleash their offensive prowess, ultimately amassing a commanding total of 388 runs, all out, in 49.2 overs.

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The defining moment arrived in the 7.2nd over of the match when Mitchell Starc, with an extraordinary display of athleticism, plucked Conway's innings from the brink of prosperity. It was a moment of sheer wizardry by Starc, and the beginning of a pivotal breakthrough for Australia, as Josh Hazlewood simultaneously sent shockwaves through the Black Caps' camp.

Conway's dismissal came after a sensational start, yet Starc, stationed at the short fine leg, held on to a catch of remarkable finesse. Rachin Ravindra stepped into the fray, but the damage had been done. Hazlewood's delivery, angled inwards, catching Conway unawares. 

Watch - Mitchell Starc's Diving Catch

The batsman, expecting an easy boundary, was left agog as Starc, the towering left-arm speedster, summoned every inch of his reach and dove acrobatically to the right, clutching the ball with both hands. Conway's visible frustration with himself epitomized the breathtaking nature of this moment.

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At the time of this composition, New Zealand found themselves at 72 for the loss of 2 wickets in the span of 10 overs.