- Incredible combo catch taken in the New Zealand BBL
- Troy Johnson and Nick Kelly combined for screamer
- Fans on social media are melting over the move
Troy Johnson and Nick Kelly pulled off an astonishing combo catch in Saturday’s Super Smash match between the Wellington Firebirds and Central Stags that some are calling the best ever.
Stags batsman Will Young played an elegant drive over mid-on that looked destined for the boundary, but Johnson launched himself into the air to make the grab, just inches outside the boundary rope.
Johnson also had the awareness to put the ball over his head, where skipper Nick Kelly was able to complete the incredible play.
“That’s unbelievable,” shouted TVNZ commentator Scotty Stevenson.
“Troy Johnson has done something really remarkable here. Nick Kelly came in late, but the catch stands, I’m sure.’
Troy Johnson and Nick Kelly pulled off an astonishing combo catch in the NZ BBL
The decision was sent to TV referee Derek Walker, who determined that the catch was indeed good.
Footage of the screamer quickly went viral, with fans amazed at what they saw.
“That’s the best catch I’ve ever seen,” said one X user.
‘Is this the BEST catch in the history of Cricket?’ asked another.
“Unbelievable, how did he make that?” a third commented.
The stunning wicket did not stop the visitors from scoring runs, with Jack Boyle getting 57 to lead the Stags to victory.
Johnson had the awareness to throw the ball over his head, where Nick Kelly was able to catch it
With the impressive win, the Stags now rise from fourth to third place on the ladder.
They are back in action on Tuesday when they play second-placed Auckland.