During the high tension Match 9 WPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) sailor Arundhati Reddy produced a moment of pure magic to relieve a dangerous job Sophie Devine. In a contest already full of highlights, Reddy shows lightning quick reflexes in the fourth over. Giants of Gujarat‘ chase turned the tide in favor of the Bengaluru side. The dismissal was a testament to the tournament’s high-quality fielding standards, stunning the stalwart New Zealander and giving RCB their first massive breakthrough of the evening. The catch quickly went viral as one of the most clinical catches in league history, proving that Reddy was as much a threat on the field as he was with the ball.
Arundhati Reddy Screaming: A Masterclass in Reflexes to Eliminate Sophie Devi
Sophie Devi’s dismissal in 3.4 was a perfect example of anticipating her batter’s aggression and reacting with split-second precision. Arundhati Reddy, who has been in exceptional form this season, has opted for a slower, length-back at stumps, a tactical option designed to bait Devine into a big shot. Sensing an opportunity to clear the infield, Devine stepped back and delivered a fierce, straight shot towards the bowler’s head. Reddy barely had time to blink as the ball traveled with devastating speed, but he instinctively reached his hands slightly to the left as he followed through.
The ball clung to his palms, and although the force of the impact knocked him slightly off balance, he managed to catch himself as he tumbled to the grass. That “blind” effectively eliminated the Giants’ deadliest power hitter, who quickly departed for 8 off 12 balls as he began to find his rhythm. For a player like Reddy, who often talks about the work he puts into his T20 variations and fielding practice, this catch was just reward for his discipline. The keeper sent the RCB dugout into a frenzy and put the pressure on Gujarat’s middle-order, underscoring Reddy’s reputation as a big game player who can make something out of nothing.
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WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants rattled at 63/4 as RCB bowling attack dominates Chase
In a dramatic second innings chase of 183 at the DY Patil Stadium, the Giants found themselves in deep trouble as they collapsed to 63/4 after 9 overs. 183 to chase the dreaded targetThe Giants’ innings began with a flurry of boundaries Beth Mooneybut the momentum was short-lived as RCB pulled back with clinical precision. The early dismissal of the dangerous Devine, courtesy of Reddy’s sensational return, sent shockwaves through the GG dugout and set the tone for a disciplined bowling display.
The powerplay belonged entirely to the RCB bowlers who successfully dismantled the Giants’ top order. Mooney was in punishing mood, racing to 27 from 14 balls, but his stay was cut short by a piece of masterful captaincy; Desperate LBW review by Smriti Mandhana off Shreyanka Patil‘s bowling was backed up by ball tracking, sending the GG captain back to the pavilion.
Things went from bad to worse for Gujarat Ashley Gardner was fired by Lauren Bell In the seventh, a weak edge was then caught behind as he attempted a wide drive. The collapse worsened in the ninth minute when Shreyanka was trapped again by striking Kanika Ahuja LBW for 16 as he starts to recover the innings. with Georgia Wareham and Bharti Fulmali Now at the crease, Giants require 120 runs from 66 deliveries, with over 10 runs required each.
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