IPL 2024 | Twitter explodes as Riley Rossouw's sleight of hand sends ball disappearing to the boundary line

Choosing to bowl first after winning the toss proved to be a backfiring decision for Punjab Kings as Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar went on a run-scoring spree for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The pair formed a formidable partnership accumulating 72 runs and propelling RCB to 106/2 in just nine overs. Both batsmen notched up half-centuries setting the stage for a formidable total. However, post their departure there was a humorous moment when Riley Rossouw showcased remarkable skills with a diving effort, only for the ball to elude him and race to the boundary

In a dramatic turn of events on the last ball of the 19th over, Rahul Chahar delivered a full-length ball to Dinesh Karthik. The Indian batter, assessing the leg-spin's length, executed a powerful slog-sweep towards the deep. Meanwhile, Riley Rossouw ran from his fielding position and made a valiant effort diving low to attempt a catch. However, an unexpected bounce caught Rossouw off guard, allowing the ball to slip past him for a boundary. Despite Chahar's evident frustration with Rossouw's attempt, the South African player gestured in helplessness, indicating he had no control over the ball's trajectory.

The unfortunate turn of events continued as the no-ball siren echoed through the picturesque Dharamsala ground, signalling Chahar's delivery had crossed the line. Seizing the opportunity, Karthik capitalized on the free hit, dispatching the ball for another boundary.

Twitter erupted with commentary on the incident, with users quickly taking to social media to discuss the comical yet frustrating sequence of events.

Mmmmmagickh!!

He made use of it!

Catches win matches!

That costed them a lot!

That's how it works!

He did that so good!

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So close!

Already?