Opting to bat first in the fourth match of the T20I series against West Indies, India notched up a total of 86/3 on the scoreboard by the conclusion of the initial 10 overs. Despite being at 17/2 at a certain juncture, the partnership between Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav propelled them forward with a commendable 49-run alliance for the third wicket.
Tilak, who had already secured a half-century in the tournament, exhibited a continuation of his previous form. However, it was Roston Chase who exhibited a blend of athleticism and quick thinking to eliminate the batter, earning widespread acclaim.
During the eighth over of the innings, bowled by Chase, a full delivery on the off-stump was sent down. Tilak aimed to drive the ball towards long-off but ended up awkwardly jamming the bat down.
The contact caused the ball to strike the bat’s toe, resulting in a pop-up, and in response, Chase swiftly lunged to his right, completing an exquisite catch. Initially, there was speculation of a potential bump ball, but subsequent replays confirmed Chase’s sharp appeal and the consequent clear dismissal.
— Hitler Mishra (@HitlerMish5814) August 13, 2023
The incident didn’t go unnoticed by Twitter users, who lauded Roston Chase for his exceptional fielding prowess in removing the in-form Tilak Varma from play.