Bradley Currie took one of the greatest white-ball catches ever. Benny Howell was sent back to the pavilion due to his athleticism and timing. Howell, who had just hit a boundary and was batting on a dangerous 25 from 13 deliveries, was aiming to challenge Hampshire’s pursuit. This catch turned the match.
Hampshire needed 23 runs from 11 balls against Sussex, and right-handed batter Howell looked to execute a superb shot that appeared to clear the boundary into an unprotected leg side. Currie ran fast and far to get the ball. He sprang into the air and caught it, stunning the crowd and pundits. This remarkable capture went viral on social media.
Sussex batted first and set a goal of 184 runs by scoring 183/6 in 20 overs, due to Oliver Carter’s 64 off 33 balls. Hampshire lost by six runs after Liam Dawson’s 59 from 34 deliveries. Currie bowled well for the winners, taking 3 for 27. Sussex won their third game in nine this season, while Hampshire lost their fourth. Hampshire is fourth in the South Group, Sussex ninth, and Middlesex last with no wins in nine matches.
