Best boundary catches in cricket - Cricket's greatest catches on the boundary:
There have been a number of extraordinary catches on the boundary in the history of cricket, and it is difficult to pinpoint the best as opinions on such matters can vary widely. However, I can mention a few memorable boundary catches that have left a lasting impact on the game:
Ben Stokes' catch in the 2019 World Cup final: In the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup final between England and New Zealand, Ben Stokes caught South Africa's Andile Pahlukwe to dismiss him during a group stage match. A brilliant catch on the boundary. It was a one-handed catch, and Stokes managed to stay in the game while flicking the ball to a teammate before it went over the boundary rope.
Glenn Maxwell's catch in IPL 2014: Playing for Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League, Glenn Maxwell took an incredible catch to dismiss Mumbai Indians' Kieron Pollard. He jumped in the air, caught the ball with one hand, and managed to stay inside the boundary before dropping the ball to avoid a six.
Faf du Plessis catch in IPL 2020: Playing for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, Faf du Plessis took a brilliant catch near the boundary to dismiss Sunil Narine of Kolkata Knight Riders. He jumped high, caught the ball with one hand, and then threw it back infield to complete the catch.
Jonty Rhodes' catch in the 1992 World Cup: Jonty Rhodes is known for his fielding skills, and has taken many memorable catches during his career. One of his best boundary catches came during the 1992 Cricket World Cup when he caught a high shot from Pakistan's Inzamam-ul-Haq near the boundary. This catch is often regarded as the greatest catch in World Cup history.
Steven Smith's catch in the 2015 Ashes: During the 2015 Ashes series between Australia and England, Steven Smith took a brilliant one-handed catch at slip to dismiss England's Adam Leith. Although not a boundary catch, it is notable for its unusual nature.
These are just a few examples, and there are many more incredible catches in the history of cricket. Boundary catches are often the most breathtaking as they require fielders to jump, dive and maintain control close to the boundary rope. Cricket fans may have personal preferences, and the "best" catch often depends on individual preferences and team loyalty.
