South Africa's star batter Dewald Brevis lit up the second T20I between South Africa and Australia in Darwin with a sensational innings that left fans in awe and the bowler and umpire momentarily startled. The young Proteas star, in blistering form, unleashed a powerful straight drive that whistled past both the bowler Josh Hazlewood and the umpire’s face, narrowly missing them before racing to the boundary.
Brevis was in full command throughout his knock, finishing unbeaten on a breathtaking 125 off just 56 balls, decorated with 12 boundaries and 8 towering sixes. His fearless stroke play and impeccable timing dismantled Australia’s bowling attack and gave South Africa a formidable total.
South Africa’s innings concluded at 218/7 in their allotted 20 overs, with Brevis’ innings serving as the backbone of the scorecard. The straight drive incident quickly went viral, not only for its sheer power and precision but also for the split-second reactions of Hazlewood and the umpire, who both instinctively ducked for safety.
Brevis’ performance further cemented his reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in world cricket, and his match-winning presence will remain a highlight of South Africa’s T20 campaign.
Best Crowd Catch Of The Year? Fan Pulls Off Stunning One-Handed Catch While Holding 2 Beer Cans During AUS Vs SA 1st T20I; Video
In a moment that left both the players on the field and fans in the stands in awe, a spectator pulled off an extraordinary one-handed catch during the first T20 international between Australia and South Africa in Darwin. The remarkable incident occurred when Australian power-hitter Tim David, known for his explosive stroke play, launched a short delivery from South African pacer Corbin Bosch deep into the crowd. As the ball sailed over the boundary for what seemed like a certain six, the attention quickly shifted to the stands, where a fan made the play of the day.
Balancing two cans of beer in one hand, the spectator nonchalantly stretched out his free arm and plucked the ball cleanly with a flawless one-handed grab. The crowd erupted in cheers, with those nearby immediately congratulating the man for his composure and skill. The television cameras quickly found him, beaming with pride and raising his fist in celebration, drawing a roar from the crowd and chuckles from the commentators.
Social media lit up within moments, with clips of the catch being shared widely, and many calling it one of the greatest crowd catches seen in recent memory. Fans praised not only the clean take but also the difficulty of maintaining balance and grip on the drinks, a feat made even trickier amid the excitement of the live action.
While the match itself had plenty of thrilling moments, it was this beer-juggling, one-handed wonder that truly stole the spotlight, adding yet another unforgettable chapter to the folklore of cricket crowd catches.
