ENG v IND 2021: WATCH – Jonny Bairstow plucks one-handed stunner at second slip to dismiss KL Rahul

Bairstow dived to his left and plucked the catch with his left hand to end Rahul's innings.

 Jonny Bairstow's remarkable catch to get rid of KL Rahul | GettyEngland’s Jonny Bairstow left everyone in awe with his outstanding catch in the ongoing third Test against India at Headingley.

During the third day’s play, Bairstow displayed his brilliance on the field to script the in-form KL Rahul’s dismissal.

It was the final delivery of the first session from Craig Overton, which Rahul edged to the slip cordon. Bairstow, who was stationed at second slip, dived to his left and plucked the catch with his left hand to send the Indian opener back to the pavilion.

Here’s the video:

KL Rahul's dismissal on 8 meant India headed into the Lunch break with the score of 34/1 in their second innings, trailing the hosts by 320 runs.

In reply to India’s paltry 78, England piled up a massive 432 in their first innings, taking a massive lead of 354 runs. Skipper Joe Root was the star performer with a masterful 121-run knock.

 
 

By Salman Anjum - 27 Aug, 2021

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