Australia's Ash Gardner drops catch in T20 World Cup match against South Africa
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Australia's Ash Gardner had a memorable mishap in their opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup against South Africa on June 13, 2026. Gardner dropped a catch from Nadine De Klerk while fielding on the boundary, a moment she is unlikely to forget. The match is currently ongoing, with live updates available for the game. The incident highlights the pressure players face in high-stakes tournaments.
- •Ash Gardner drops a catch from Nadine De Klerk.
- •The match is Australia's opening game in the T20 World Cup.
- •The encounter against South Africa is currently in progress.
- •Live updates are being provided for the match.
- 4:59 PMBBC Sport — 'I can't believe she's done that' - Gardner's moment to forget
"Australia's Ash Gardner has a moment she won't want to see again as she drops Nadine De Klerk on the boundary during Australia's opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup against South Africa.
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