Watch: Darcy Short’s juggling catch against Adelaide Strikers in BBL goes viral

Check out the viral video where Darcy Short was seen grabbing a catch on the second attempt in the ongoing BBL

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On 2 January 2023, Adelaide Strikers locked horns with Hobart Hurricanes in the ongoing Big Bash League. It was the 26th match of the tournament that took place in Hobart. Both teams were looking to strengthen their position at the table. However, Hobart Hurricanes did not disappoint their fans.

They won the match with ease by seven wickets. Caleb Jewell won the player of the match award for his contribution to the match. Short played a vital role in the win also for the Hobart side. But, now a video has gone viral where Darcy Short was seen grabbing a catch during the field.

Here is the shared video:

Darcy Short scored 27* runs during the chase in the win of Hobart Hurricanes

Speaking of the video, the incident took place in the 19th over of Adelaide Strikers’ batting. On the fifth delivery of that over, Colin de Grandhomme hit an inside-out. However, Darcy Short was there at the deep cover region and the ball went straight into his hands. But, he failed to grab it and finally, managed to hold it on the second attempt.

Speaking of the match, Adelaide Strikers won the toss and opted to bat first. They scored 177 runs for six wickets in 20 overs. Chris Lynn scored 87 runs off 58 balls, including nine fours and three sixes. He batted at a strike rate of 150. Apart from him, only Matthew Short and Colin de Grandhomme crossed the 30-run mark. Nathan Ellis took two wickets for 39 runs in four overs for Hobart.

In reply, Hobart Hurricanes’ openers gave a great and blistering start. Their first wicket fell in 8.1 overs after scoring 86 runs. Caleb Jewell scored 54 runs off 28 balls, including four boundaries and over-boundaries. His partner also scored 53 runs off 33 balls, including five fours and two sixes. Darcy Short remained not out after scoring 27* runs off 22 balls, including four boundaries. Finally, they chased down the target with ease in just 17.2 overs. They won the match by a margin of seven wickets and managed six points from six games.

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