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In a thrilling showdown between the Trinbago Knight Riders and the Guyana Amazon Warriors during the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2023, Mignon du Preez stole the spotlight with a breathtaking one-handed catch that sent waves of astonishment throughout the cricketing world. The catch became the defining moment in a match where the Warriors successfully defended a low score of 132, ultimately winning by 21 runs.
The Warriors found themselves in a tussle as they posted a modest total of 132 runs on the board, with Sophie Devine emerging as the star batter, contributing 48 runs off 39 deliveries, featuring four boundaries and a six. Marie Kelly was the standout bowler for the Knight Riders, making a significant impact with four wickets for 30 runs.
Mignon du Preez Takes a Jaw-Dropping Catch
However, it was during the Warriors’ innings that the game saw a moment of brilliance that will be etched in cricketing memories. The incident occurred during the final over, bowled by Kelly. Shabnim Ismail, from the Warriors, powered a short delivery over deep mid-wicket, seemingly sending the ball into the safety of the crowd.
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But Du Preez, the South African sensation, had different plans. She sprinted in from long-off and, with exceptional timing and athleticism, snatched the ball out of the air with just one hand. The catch was nothing short of extraordinary and left everyone in awe.
Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop, who was on air during this jaw-dropping moment, couldn’t contain his excitement. He exclaimed, “In the air, in the air, Oh my goodness! What a catch! How stupendous is that! A classic catch, my goodness.”
Here is the video:
"HOW STUPENDOUS IS THAT?!" A @Visa Classic Catch from Mignon Du Preez 😍#MassyWCPL #WCPL23 #TKRvGAW #CricketPlayedLouder #BiggestPartyInSport #CPL23 #Visa pic.twitter.com/NeCBjxiTGZ
— CPL T20 (@CPL) September 5, 2023
Speaking about the game, the Knight Riders struggled to chase down the target, ending their innings at 111/9 after 20 overs. Captain Deandra Dottin fought valiantly, scoring 35 runs off just 19 balls, but her efforts weren’t enough as the rest of the batting lineup faltered. Ismail and Devine were the standout bowlers for the Warriors, each claiming a pair of wickets.
