Yusuf Pathan takes a breathtaking catch during Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy game against Karnataka
New Delhi: India cricketer Yusuf Pathan pulled off a breathtaking catch during a Syed Mushtaq Ali game between Baroda and Karnataka on Saturday in Visakhapatnam. Baroda all-rounder Yusuf took the catch to send Karnataka batsman Devdutt Padikkal packing. The incident took place of the first ball of the seventh over when Padikkal decided to take on Deepak Hooda.
It was the big slog towards the deep mid-wicket region, Yusuf, who was stationed at long-on had to make ground to reach the ball. Then, with a big dive, he caught the ball. What was important was he did not ket the ball pop-out after he landed.
Here is the video shared by Irfan with caption, “Kon bola kon bola ??? Another day another brilliance from Lala @iamyusufpathan.”
Kon bola kon bola ??? Another day another brilliance from Lala @iamyusufpathan ?? pic.twitter.com/SVeMSDz61x
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 9, 2019
Not long back, Yusuf had taken another brilliant catch against Goa in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. It was the all-important catch of Goa skipper Darshan Misal.
Known for his six-hitting prowess, Yusuf is certainly proving a lot of critics wrong by showing athleticism and super fitness on-the-field.
After the completion of Vijay Hazare and Deodhar Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament is another important domestic competition which provides everyone with a chance to showcase their skill and strength in the shorter format.
It also serves as a perfect platform for the young and talented cricketers to hone their skills and grab eyeballs ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 auction in December in Kolkata.
Is it a bird ? No this is @yusuf_pathan Great catch today lala.All ur hard work in pre season is paying off #hardwork @BCCI @StarSportsIndia pic.twitter.com/bcpO5pvuZI
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 8, 2019
Haha sahi kaha pathano ke hath or wrist mein jaadu hay...
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 8, 2019
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Assam mining tragedy: Body of another labourer trapped in coal mine recovered
Guwahati, Jan 11: The body of another worker, who was trapped inside a coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district, was recovered on Saturday from the quarry during rescue operations, an official said
Two bodies have so far been recovered with the first one brought out from the quarry on Wednesday, he said.
The two deceased labourers were among nine workers who were trapped inside the mine in Umrangsu on Monday after a sudden gush of water flooded the quarry.
"The rescue operations resumed this morning and one more body was recovered as the search for trapped miners entered its sixth day. The deceased has been identified as 27-year-old Lijen Magar, a resident of village number 1 of Kalamati in Dima Hasao. The body of one labourer, hailing from Nepal, had already been recovered," the official said.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, in a post on X, said that the body was yet to be identified.
''Rescue efforts in Umrangsu continue with unwavering resolve. Tragically, another body was recovered this morning, with the identity yet to be confirmed," the chief minister posted on the microblogging site.
''Our hearts go out to the grieving, as we hold on to hope and strength in this difficult time," he added.
Dewatering of the quarry, which is 340 feet deep, was continuing with specialised machines brought in by ONGC and Coal India, the official said.
The identity of the recovered body has been confirmed as Ligen Magar, aged approximately 27 years, a resident of 1 No. Umrangshu, Dima Hasao, Assam. https://t.co/jKQ2tuUIKU
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) January 11, 2025
