![World Cup 2023, NED vs SL [WATCH]: Kusal Perera takes a flying catch to get rid of Bas de Leede](https://crickettimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kusal-Pereras-catch-of-Bas-de-Leede-NED-vs-SL-World-Cup-2023.webp "World Cup 2023, NED vs SL [WATCH]: Kusal Perera takes a flying catch to get rid of Bas de Leede")
Netherlands are squaring off against Sri Lanka in the 19th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The Netherlands won the toss and elected to bat, setting the stage for a dramatic encounter. What followed was a thrilling roller coaster ride, with the Dutch batting lineup facing a challenging test and a spectacular moment of fielding brilliance from the Sri Lankans.
Netherlands’ resilient innings
The Netherlands faced an early setback in their innings as their opener, Vikramjit Singh, was dismissed without making a significant contribution. Max O’Dowd, with a score of 16, and Colin Ackermann, who notched up 29 runs off 31 deliveries, tried to steady the ship.
However, the Dutch found themselves in dire straits at 91/6 when Scott Edwards added 16 runs before his departure. But just when it seemed that the innings was slipping away, a remarkable recovery unfolded. Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek took the responsibility and stitched together a crucial partnership of 130 runs for the seventh wicket. Engelbrecht emerged as the top scorer with an impressive 70 off 82 balls, while van Beek contributed a valuable 59 runs from 75 deliveries.
In addition to the individual efforts, 33 extras also made a notable contribution to the total score. The Netherlands concluded their innings with a respectable total of 262 runs in 49.4 overs, showing resilience and determination in the latter stages of their batting performance.
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Perera’s remarkable catch
During the flurry of wickets, a standout moment etched itself into the memory of cricket enthusiasts. It unfolded on the last delivery of the 17th over, courtesy of Sri Lankan pacer Dilshan Madhushanka, who unleashed a searing short-of-a-length delivery wide outside the off stump. Dutch batter Bas de Leede decided to play the uppercut.
Then, in pure brilliance, Kusal Perera, donning the Sri Lankan colours, leapt to the skies and plucked the ball out of the air with outstretched hands. It was a breathtaking display of athleticism and skill that left spectators at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in awe.
