India captain Rohit Sharma pulled off a spectacular one-handed catch on Day 4 of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. After two days of washed-out play at Green Park Stadium, the match finally resumed, and Rohit immediately made an impact on the field. Following Jasprit Bumrah’s dismissal of Mushfiqur Rahim, it was Mohammed Siraj’s turn to strike, taking the wicket of star batter Litton Das. However, the wicket was made possible only due to Rohit’s athletic brilliance inside the 30-yard circle.
The Catch That Shocked Everyone Litton Das, advancing down the track, aimed to clear the circle and find a boundary. Rohit Sharma, showing incredible reflexes and timing, leapt and snatched the ball with one hand, sending Litton back to the pavilion. The effort left not only Siraj but also the entire Indian team in disbelief.
WHAT. A. CATCH 👏👏
Captain @ImRo45 with a screamer of a catch as Litton Das is dismissed for 13.@mdsirajofficial picks up his first.
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Rohit himself was visibly ecstatic about the catch, and Shubman Gill was spotted with his hands on his head in amazement. Siraj, stunned by the moment, celebrated his first wicket of the match with joy, and there was no need for a DRS referral—this catch was indisputable.
Match Summary and Context India had already secured a 1-0 series lead with a dominant 280-run win in the opening Test in Chennai. However, due to persistent rain interruptions on Days 2 and 3, the second Test in Kanpur seems likely to end in a draw. Only 38 overs were possible on Day 1 as well, leaving both teams with limited time to force a result. For India to clinch a victory, it would require a stellar all-round performance in the remaining time.
The match has witnessed moments of brilliance, but Rohit’s one-handed catch has certainly been a highlight of the series, leaving fans and players alike talking about his stunning effort.
