Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 3 (Media House): Rashid Khan, the star spinner for Gujarat Titans, showcased his exceptional skills during a thrilling match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). His remarkable catch not only displayed his love for high catches but also played a crucial role in shifting momentum in favor of his team.

As Sunrisers chased a formidable target of 225 runs, Rashid's extraordinary fielding moment occurred during the fifth over. Travis Head attempted to hit a big shot off Prasidh Krishna but misjudged the distance, leading to Rashid's stunning catch as he sprinted and dove to his right.

This pivotal moment opened the floodgates for Gujarat, allowing them to seize control of the game and ultimately secure a 38-run victory. In a post-match media conference, Rashid expressed his passion for high catches, stating, "I genuinely enjoy those high catches. During practice, I focus on getting under the ball, and that’s something we’ve all been working on. I was determined to make that catch."

He attributed his success to the hard work and adjustments he made in the past two weeks, particularly in his sprinting technique, which he believes significantly improved his performance on the field. "I think I reached that spot a second or two earlier, allowing me to position myself better for the catch. I’ve been training with my coach on sprinting, which has enhanced my speed," Rashid explained.

Jos Buttler, after the match, praised Rashid's impressive fielding, noting, "The way Rashid set the tone to dismiss Travis Head was crucial." Despite his brilliant catch, Rashid had a challenging night with the ball, going wicketless in three overs and conceding 50 runs at an economy rate of 16.70, the highest among all bowlers in the match.

Nevertheless, Gujarat Titans celebrated their victory, tying with Mumbai Indians at the top of the points table, both teams now holding 14 points, differentiated only by net run rate.