Delhi Capitals' Dushmantha Chameera turned heads with a phenomenal catch in their IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 29, 2025. In the 20th over of the match, Anukul Roy flicked a delivery from Mitchell Starc over square leg, but Chameera's athleticism and agility proved to be the difference-maker.
Chameera, anticipating the shot, sprinted to his left and flung himself sideways, stretching both hands to the limit. In a breathtaking display of athleticism, he managed to hang onto the catch, leaving everyone in the stadium stunned.
This incredible catch could prove crucial in the match, as it might restrict KKR's scoring opportunities in the final over. Chameera's catch is a testament to his exceptional fielding skills, which have been a hallmark of his cricketing career.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals: A thrilling encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium
The Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals will take on one another for the first time in IPL 2025, with the Arun Jaitley Stadium set to host the game. The Knight Riders are in a dire need of a turnaround as their campaign is on the verge of ending officially after losing five out of nine matches.
Unlike the 2024 edition, when they lifted the trophy, their batting line-up has hardly come together on multiple occasions, with Venkatesh Iyer and Andre Russell's struggles the glaring ones. The defending champions might have fluffed the run-chase against the Punjab Kings, who had set them a stiff 202 for victory at the Eden Gardens but got away with one point due to a washout. However, they can't afford any more slip-ups in the tournament.
Meanwhile, the Capitals are in a good position despite the six-wicket loss to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 27, Sunday. Currently at fourth, the Capitals still have more than a decent chance of reaching the playoff. Nevertheless, their batting line-up needs to arrest the inconsistencies that have plagued them, of late.
