WATCH: Kyle Mayers pulls off a surprise to dismiss Faf du Plessis in CPL 2024

In a thrilling contest during the 5th match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024cricket fans proved to be brilliant on the field as well as with the bat. Game, in between St Kitts and Nevis Patriots again Saint Lucia Kingssaw many players perform well, but it was the Saint Lucia Kings who ended up winning by five wickets.

Amazing fishing by Kyle Mayers

One of the most exciting moments in the game came in the fourth over of the second innings there Kyle Mayers The St Kitts and Nevis Patriots pulled in a rare diving fish to chase away the danger. Faf du Plessis. The Saint Lucia Kings skipper, who was looking to control the chase, was deceived by a short skiddy delivery. Anrich Nortje.

Du Plessis tried to hook the ball on the line but eventually managed to get a top edge, the ball went over mid off. Mayers, showing his athleticism and sharp intelligence, raced back and dived full length to complete the spectacular catch. It was a moment of magic that lit up the game, and Mayers made a difficult effort look deceptively easy.

Here is the video:

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– CPL T20 (@CPL) September 2, 2024

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The Kings of Saint Lucia registered their first victory

Speaking of the match, the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots posted an impressive total of 201/3 in their 20 overs, thanks to an unbeaten century. Evin Lewiswho blazed his way to 100 not out with seven fours and nine sixes. Mayers also played a major role by scoring 92 runs, hitting six fours and seven sixes. Together, they set a challenging target of 202 for the Saint Lucia Kings to chase.

In response, Saint Lucia Kings showed strength and power in batting. Led by the undefeated Sri Lankan superstar Bhanuka Rajapaksawho hit six fours and four sixes in just 35 balls, Amakhosi chased the ball in style. Wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert played a key role again, amassing 64 runs off just 27 balls for an impressive 237.04, including four boundaries and six maximums. Their explosive innings lifted Saint Lucia Kings to 202/5 in just 17.2 overs, securing a comprehensive victory with 5 wickets in hand.

Although the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots ended up losing, Mayers was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance. His incredible innings of 92 runs, along with his brilliant catch and two wickets, were the highlights of the match.

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