Published 10:14 IST, December 7th 2020

Shoaib Malik takes scorching, juggling catch in LPL 2020 game; watch video

Veteran cricketer Shoaib Malik pulled off a stunning catch on the boundary ropes in the Lanka Premier League 2020 to dismiss Angelo Mathews.

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Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik has proved his mettle, specifically in limited-overs cricket for all teams he has represented over years. Along with a prolific international career, batting all-rounder is also kwn for his stints in various franchise-based T20 leagues. 38-year-old currently represents Jaffna Stallions in Lanka Premier League (LPL 2020) and has impressed with his on-field performances in competition. 

Shoaib Malik holds on to stunning catch in LPL 2020 

Jaffna Stallions have been most dominant side in league so far with ir splendid performances. table-toppers have a stellar line-up, and stalwarts have delivered for m on a consistent basis. Placed right at top of table, side faced ir maiden loss in competition after enjoying an unbeaten run. However, despite ir recent loss against Colombo Kings, Shoaib Malik's catching brilliance at boundary ropes was deemed remarkable. 

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Colombo Kings skipper, Angelo Maws was threatening to take game away after he stitched a crucial partnership alongside Dinesh Chandimal. Jaffna Stallions, who could only post a below-par total of 148, had a challenging task on ir hands as y attempted to stop star-studded batting line-up of ir counterparts.  12th over of chase proved to be an eventful one. 

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Young Vijayakanth Viyaskanth was smashed by a mighty six in fifth ball of over by Angelo Maws. batsman tried to slam one more over long-off fielder in very next delivery. However, Shoaib Malik had different plans. Stationed at boundary ropes, Malik took a marvellous juggling catch, while also ensuring he is inside ropes to dismiss Maws. 

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JS vs DV live match details

Jaffna Stallions will battle it out against Dambulla Viiking in 15th match of Lanka Premier League on Monday. side would be keen to get back to ir winning ways and hold on to ir positions as table toppers. contest will be played at  Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. Fans in India can catch JS vs DV live streaming on  SonyLIV app and website. live telecast of LPL 2020 matches will be available on Sony Sports Network in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives.

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Jaffna Stallions squad

Avishka Fernando, Johnson Charles, Nuwanidu Fernando, Shoaib Malik, Thisara Perera(c), Dhananjaya de Silva, Mid Bhanuka(w), Duanne Olivier, Tom Moores, Suranga Lakmal, Kyle Abbott, Wanindu Hasaranga, Prabath Jayasuriya, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Maheesh ekshana, Kanagarathinam Kabilraj, ivendiram Dishan, Charith Asalanka, Usman Shinwari, Binura Fernando, Chaturanga de Silva

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10:14 IST, December 7th 2020