Naman Dhir Takes Spectacular Catch to Claim India’s First Wicket in Guwahati ODI

A sharp catch by Naman Dhir gave India the first breakthrough in the West Indies innings during the second ODI at Guwahati on Wednesday, 30 September. Prasidh Krishna delivered a good‑length ball that gripped the pitch and slowed unexpectedly, coaxing Keacy Carty into an early drive. Carty edged the ball from the outer half, and it fell in front of cover point. Dhir sprinted left, dove forward and held the catch with both hands. Carty was dismissed for nine, leaving West Indies one wicket down.

The dismissal was a highlight of the match, showcasing Dhir’s quick reflexes and precise fielding. His low, forward dive and clean two‑handed catch drew immediate applause from the crowd and commentators alike.

How the Carty dismissal unfolded

India won the toss and elected to bowl first, and the breakthrough came early in the West Indies innings. The hosts entered the match leading the three‑match series 1‑0, with the second game played at Guwahati. The dismissal added to Prasidh’s wicket tally in the series against the Caribbean side.

Carty, asked to open in the absence of Justin Greaves, made a solid start, hitting a couple of crisp boundaries. However, the young opener could not convert his momentum, falling for nine when Prasidh’s delivery gripped and deceived him as he attempted a drive.

Dhir is playing his first international series, having debuted in the series opener at Trivandrum. Meanwhile, fast‑bowling all‑rounder Auqib Nabi made his India debut in this match, replacing Nitish Kumar Reddy. West Indies made four changes, with Shai Hope captaining the visitors. Vice‑captain KL Rahul marked the occasion by playing his 100th ODI.

With a 1‑0 lead in the series and having taken an early wicket, India will aim for a decisive victory to seal the series. The Shai Hope-led side, on the other hand, will look to rebuild their innings and put up a challenging total at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.

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