Jos Buttler's Stunning Catch And Run Out Bolster England Against South Africa In T20 World Cup

ENG vs SA: England captain Jos Buttler showcased his skills behind the stumps as his team faced South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 round in St Lucia on Friday, June 21.

The star wicket-keeper played a pivotal role in helping England secure two crucial wickets against South Africa. He first took a remarkable catch to dismiss Quinton de Kock, who was the highest run-scorer for South Africa in the match.

In the 12th over, Quinton de Kock attempted to cut a delivery towards third man for a four but ended up edging the ball. Buttler made a full-fledged dive to his left to grab a one-handed catch. Have a look.

Wow, Jos Buttler ???? pic.twitter.com/iHkc1k8jDS

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Later in the 14th over of South Africa's batting innings, Mark Wood bowled a wide ball on the leg side. As Buttler fumbled to collect the ball cleanly, Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller attempted to steal a single.

Miller made his ground at the striker's end, but Klaasen was caught off-guard as a direct throw from Buttler found him short of the crease. Have a look.

The two wickets shifted the momentum away from South Africa, who had to settle for 163/6 despite an 86-run stand off just 59 deliveries. Opener Quinton de Kock smashed the joint-fastest fifty of the T20 World Cup 2024, scoring 65 runs off 38 balls.

South Africa would have faced further difficulties if not for a crucial innings from David Miller. The experienced left-arm pacer scored 65 runs off 38 balls.