Thu Jan 16 12:40:00 UTC 2025: **RCB’s Jitesh Sharma Stuns with Stunning Catch in Vijay Hazare Trophy**
**Noida, Uttar Pradesh, January 16, 2025** – Jitesh Sharma, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) wicketkeeper-batsman, created a sensation during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match between Vidarbha and Maharashtra today. Sharma, who was purchased by RCB for a whopping ₹11 crore in the IPL 2025 auction, showcased his exceptional skills with a breathtaking catch to dismiss Maharashtra captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.
The catch, which has quickly gone viral on social media, saw Sharma execute a spectacular leap to snare a top-edge from Gaikwad, who was attempting a big shot but mistimed it completely. Gaikwad’s innings ended abruptly at 7 runs off 13 balls.
Sharma’s contribution extended beyond the spectacular catch. He displayed an all-round performance, smashing a quickfire 51 runs off just 33 balls (including three sixes and three fours), contributing to Vidarbha’s impressive 380/3 in their 50 overs. His strike rate was an impressive 154.55. Other notable Vidarbha contributions came from Dhruv Shorey (114 runs) and Karun Nair (88* runs).
The 31-year-old Sharma boasts an impressive career record across various formats, having scored 100 runs in 9 T20Is for India, along with 661 first-class runs, 1448 List A runs, and 2625 T20 runs. His performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, a tournament featuring India’s top domestic players, further cements his reputation as a rising star in Indian cricket.
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