Memorable catches in the IPL include all sorts, from flying over the boundary rope to full-stretch diving with lightning reflexes to turn games upside down and shock the spectators. These moments, athleticism blended with genius, have given rise to the 10 greatest catches in IPL history.
Top 10 Catches in IPL History
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been the net seeing many breathtaking moments in the history of cricket. Be it gravity-defying leaps or acrobatic dives, some catches have converted into matches and become eternally bathed in the minds of fans all over the globe. Burgeoning pressure to bring it up, here are the top 10 catches in IPL history:
1. AB de Villiers (RCB vs SRH) – 2018
AB de Villiers displayed an acrobatic leap at the boundary to dismiss Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Alex Hales, and this catch is widely regarded as one of the greatest in IPL history. Over his IPL career, AB de Villiers has taken a total of 90 catches in 184 matches, averaging 0.49 catches per match.
2. Chris Lynn (KKR vs RCB) – 2014
Chris Lynn hit the series against Royal Challengers, AB de Villiers for a memorable catch at this match for the men in purple. A backward dive next to the boundary finishing the catch will remain forever in memory for KKR supporters. He has taken 20 catches from 41 IPL matches, with an average of 0.49 catches per match.
3. Kieron Pollard (MI vs RR) – 2014
Pollard is known for his skill out in the field; a stunning one-handed catch caught against the Rajasthan Royals, showing his reflexes and balance. Pollard has achieved 103 catches in his IPL career in 189 matches, averaging 0.55 catches per match.
4. Faf du Plessis (RCB vs CSK) – 2023
In yet another season, Faf du Plessis threw himself in a dive on the boundary line thereby showcasing his commitment to catching in all aspects and agility on the field. He has taken 81 catches in the 145 IPL matches he plays, averaging 0.57 catches per match.
5. David Hussey (KKR vs DC) – 2010
Hussey stuck out his hands to complete a sensational catch against the Delhi Daredevils by leaping over the boundary, tossing the ball back into the field of play, and completing the catch, thereby setting some standards for boundary catches. Hussey has taken 26 catches in 64 IPL matches, averaging 0.39 catches per match.
6. Suresh Raina (CSK vs MI) – 2013
One could simply admire Suresh Raina’s reflexes, nimbly catching a ball from the deep. The ball came off a fast Jason Behrendorff delivery through the slip very fast into his right hand. He has taken 109 catches in 205 IPL matches, with an average of 0.53 catches per match.
7. Trent Boult (MI vs RR) – 2020
During an important encounter, Boult arrested the moment with his diving catch at the boundary when the tide was favoring the Mumbai Indians. Till now, he has taken 34 catches out of 110 IPL matches, averaging 0.31 catches per match.
8. Ravindra Jadeja (CSK vs LSG) – 2023
Jadeja’s agility appeared to the world when he took a low, diving catch to send one of the most important batsmen back to the pavilion, thus consolidating himself as one of the best fielders ever. He has taken 106 catches in 246 IPL matches, averaging 0.43 catches per match.
9. Manish Pandey (KKR vs SRH) – 2019
Pandey executed a brilliant catch at point, He caught a dangerous batsman with a full drop to his right, which showed his fielding skills to announce his presence. He has so far in the 172 IPL matches taken 83 catches, an average of 0.48 catches per match.
10. Glenn Maxwell (RCB vs MI) – 2021
Maxwell reflexively grabbed a catch at short cover that earned RCB big high-fives in grateful acknowledgment. He has taken 52 catches in 139 IPL matches, averaging 0.37 catches per match.
These are not only catches; they are match-changing moments that testify to the evolution of athleticism in cricket. The IPL raises the bar on fielding, and these stars create unforgettable moments that fans will treasure for years to come.
