In a riveting start to the 2023 Asia Cup, Pakistan’s opener Fakhar Zaman seized the spotlight with a truly remarkable catch that sent Nepal’s Gulsan Jha packing. The captivating moment unfolded on Wednesday at the Multan Cricket Stadium.

As the 21st over of Nepal’s innings was underway, Gulsan Jha adopted an aggressive stance, attempting to take on a yorker delivered by Shadab Khan. His intention was to loft the ball over deep mid-wicket, aiming for a boundary. However, fate had different plans for the delivery.

A top-edge ensued, lofting the ball into the sky. Initially destined to land in the vacant outfield, the trajectory of the ball took an unexpected turn.

Enter Fakhar Zaman, who displayed his athleticism and quick thinking. Starting his sprint from the boundary rope, he unleashed a forward dive that defied the odds. Mid-air, he reached out and clung onto the ball, completing a catch that left both commentators and the audience awestruck.

This pivotal wicket marked Shadab Khan’s initial breakthrough in the innings. He went on to claim three more wickets, exhibiting a masterful display of bowling that eventually restricted Nepal to a total of 104 runs.