- A spectator was caught on camera making a sensational one-handed catch.
- Mark Wood made a pitch to the stand and the man left everyone in awe.
- Even England coach Paul Collingwood was visibly impressed with the effort.
A carefree England fan pulled off a stunning one-handed catch while watching the first Test match against the West Indies, leaving Piers Morgan stunned.
The man, who was holding four stacked pint glasses and enjoying the sunshine at Old Trafford, extended an arm after Mark Wood launched a ball into the stands.
To everyone’s surprise, the ball landed perfectly in his hands with hardly any wobble, surprising those around him and even England coach Paul Collingwood.
When the cameras focused on him, the viewer calmly waved goodbye.
Collingwood couldn’t help but smile after watching the replays and was seen making the same imaginary pin and ball gestures to imitate his heroics.
An England fan nonchalantly caught the ball while holding four glasses of beer in his hand.
He made a spectacular one-handed catch after Mark Wood punched the ball into the stands.
Morgan, also stunned, said: “The greatest catch in the history of cricket fandom. Bow, sir!”
Wood had directed his shot towards deep mid-wicket as he looked to extend the hosts’ commanding lead, the ball arcing through the air at great speed.
The viewer could have been forgiven for making a mistake, especially after a day of drinking, but instead his grab went viral on social media.
England Cricket’s official X account also posted the video and listed his achievements, including making an “incredible catch” and managing not to spill a drop.
The hysteria among the audience continued long after the shot, with the man giving a humble thumbs-up gesture and wiping small drops of beer off his jacket.
A person nearby congratulated him, placing a friendly hand on his head.
An astonished Piers Morgan called the catch “the best in the history of cricket fandom”.
England coach Paul Collingwood was seen recreating the play in total disbelief.
The spectator gave a military salute while being congratulated by his excited friends surrounding him.
“Looks like that!” Collingwood seemed to say, laughing in disbelief.
The Sky Sports commentator was left speechless during the live coverage of the match, saying: “What a great move! He’s got four points in hand.”
Wood was eventually eliminated by Asitha Fernando in the 22nd over.