Most Catches In Champions Trophy History

Poulomi Chakraborty

Players With Most Catches In The Champions Trophy (Source: @jaavi_ya/x.com, @windiescricket/x.com)Players With Most Catches In The Champions Trophy (Source: @jaavi_ya/x.com, @windiescricket/x.com)

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The Champions Trophy is coming back to the cricket arena after a long gap with its glorifying legacy. The marquee event was introduced in 1998 and has spread excitement since then. In all these years, the tournament witnessed a lot of great achievements by the cricket legends.

Alongside batting and bowling, cricket has witnessed some jaw-dropping catches, with players etching their names in history. Even on the grand stage of the Champions Trophy, some fielders have shattered records with their breathtaking grabs. In this article, we will explore the top 5 players who have the most catches in the Champions Trophy.

5. JP Duminy (9 Catches In 10 Matches)

South Africa has produced several cricket talents and JP Duminy is a front-runner in this. Known for his classy left-handed batting style, Duminy was a killer fielder for his team. On the big stage of the Champions trophy, he showcased his fielding prowess over the years.

In 10 matches, he secured 9 catches and showcased his flexibility on the field. His fielding brilliance peaked when he grabbed three catches in a single match, not once, but twice and this has been scripted as his best fielding performance in this tournament.

4. Dwayne Bravo (12 Catches In 15 Matches)

In the cricket world, the West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo is known for his unreal domination with both bat and ball. Along with that, he is an exceptional fielder who showcased His excellence on the global stage and the Champions Trophy is no exception.

 In 15 matches, the ace all-rounder secured 12 grabs. Adding to this, his best fielding performance in the Champions Trophy was recorded when he claimed 3 catches in a single match.

3. Sourav Ganguly (12 Catches In 13 Matches)

Known for aggressive captaincy and immense cricketing brilliance, Sourav Ganguly is one of the most celebrated captains of Indian cricket. Along with brilliant batting and impressive bowling skills, Ganguly was an exceptional fielder and proved his brilliance on the big stage of the Champions Trophy.

In 13 matches, Ganguly secured 12 catches. His standout moment came in the Champions Trophy when he grabbed two catches in a single match, proving his reliability on the field.

2. Ross Taylor (12 Catches In 11 Matches)

The Kiwi player Ross Taylor is a legendary batter in the cricket world. Known for his unbelievable batting excellence, his fielding skills shouldn’t go unnoticed. From ICC events to any bilateral series, Taylor has always been in a vital cog in New Zealand’s fielding unit.

Even on the big stage of the Champions Trophy, he shone with his fielding glory. In 11 matches, he secured 12 catches. He recorded his best fielding performance by securing 3 catches in a single match.

1. Mahela Jayawardene (15 Catches in 22 Matches)

The top spot of this list is prestigiously taken by Mahela Jayawardene. The Sri Lanka great has served the nation with his exceptional talent and marked some exceptional milestones in his career. Along with explosive batting, Jayawardene has showcased his exceptional fielding abilities on the big stage of the Champions Trophy.

In 22 Champions Trophy matches, he has secured 15 catches and helped his team to achieve the goal. He secured two catches in a single match and that has been recorded as his best fielding performance in the marquee event.