• Krishnappa Gowtham took a brilliant catch to get rid of Andre Russell in IPL 2024.

  • Gowtham's acrobatic catch drew admiration from Lucknow's fielding coach Jonty Rhodes.

WATCH: Jonty Rhodes applauds Krishnappa Gowtham’s incredible catch to dismiss Andre Russell during LSG vs KKR game | IPL 2024
Krishnappa Gowtham takes a brilliant catch in IPL 2024

In a gripping showdown between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during Match 54 of IPL 2024, Krishnappa Gowtham stole the spotlight with a breathtaking catch that sent Andre Russell packing.

Krishnappa Gowtham takes a screamer

During the 15th over, bowled by Naveen-ul-Haq, Russell aimed for a big hit but failed to connect cleanly. Gowtham, positioned at extra cover, showcased lightning reflexes as he sprinted and dived to grab the ball with both hands, leaving spectators and teammates in awe.

Jonty Rhodes applauds Gowtham’s fielding brilliance

Gowtham’s acrobatic catch not only earned accolades from his teammates but also drew admiration from Lucknow’s fielding coach, Jonty Rhodes.

Rhodes, known for his own fielding prowess during his playing days, was seen standing and applauding Gowtham’s remarkable effort.

Russell departed after contributing 12 runs off 8 balls, including one boundary and a maximum.

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Opting to bat first, the Knight Riders posted a daunting total of 235/6 on the scoreboard, courtesy of Sunil Narine‘s explosive batting display. The West Indian all-rounder unleashed a flurry of boundaries en route to a scintillating knock of 81 runs off just 39 deliveries, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.

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