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In a match that saw Trent Rockets emerge victorious over Northern Superchargers in the fourth encounter of The Hundred 2024, one moment stood out as a highlight reel candidate. Australian all-rounder Chris Green produced a breathtaking diving catch to dismiss Superchargers captain Matthew Short.
Chris Green’s spectacle in the outfield
The incident unfolded on the 29th ball of the Superchargers’ innings. Lewis Gregory, bowling a good length delivery, induced a big heave from Short. The ball, carrying more height than distance, drifted towards the long-on boundary. It was at this point that Green, stationed𒆙 aꦦt mid-on, showcased his athleticism.
With incredible speed, Green raced backwards towards the boundary rope. As the ball descended, he launched himself into the air, stretching every sinew in his body. In a moment that defied gravity, Green managed to pluck the ball out of thin air with both hands while his body was almost parallel to the ground💫. The crowd at Headingley, Leeds, erupted in applause as the fielder complet🌠ed one of the most spectacular catches seen in recent memory.
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In case you missed it, Chris Green's unreal catch 👇
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Match summary
The match itself was a one-sided affair, with the Rockets proving too strong for Superchargers. Batting first, the Rockets posted✨ a formidable total of 185/5 in their allotted 100 balls. A blistering cameo from Green himself, who scored 25 runs off just 7 balls, was instrumental in their innings.
In reply, the Superchargers were never truly in the hunt. Despite a promising start, they lost wickets at regular intervals. Gregory and Green were the pick of the bowlers for the Rockets, claiming two and three wickets, respectively. A late flourish from Ben Dwarshuis, who scored a quickfire 40, provided 💝some consolation for the Superchargers, but it was too little too late, taking their score to 138/8 in 100 bal🐻ls.
The win propelled Trent Rockets further up the points table, while Northern Superchargers will be looking to bounce back in th☂eir next match. However, the day belonged to Green, whose stunning c𒆙atch will be replayed for years to come.
The Australian all-rounder was undoubtedly the star of the show🅰, with his all-round performance. His blistering batting and sensatioꦗnal fielding earned him the Player of the Match award.
