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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes spectacular catch in India A vs Afghanistan A match

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes spectacular catch in India A vs Afghanistan A match

Summary

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a remarkable diving catch to dismiss Khalid Taniwal during India A's match against Afghanistan A in the Tri-Nation Series. The catch occurred in the sixth over of Afghanistan A's chase, helping India A secure an eventual 101-run victory. India A posted 319/9, and Afghanistan A was bowled out for 218 in 36.5 overs. Nishant Sindhu took four wickets, earning him Player of the Match honors, as India A advanced to the final. Afghanistan A’s chances for progression now depend on the last group-stage fixture against Sri Lanka A.

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By the Numbers

•Sooryavanshi's catch occurred early in Afghanistan A's innings.
•Khalid Taniwal scored 10 runs before being dismissed.
•India A set a target of 320 runs.
•Afghanistan A struggled after a brief partnership of 87 runs.
•Nishant Sindhu took four wickets in the match.

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a sensational diving catch to dismiss Khalid Taniwal during India A's Tri-Nation Series clash against Afghanistan A. The 15-year-old's athletic effort helped India A tighten their grip on the match, which they eventually won by 101 runs to seal a place in the final, with Nishant Sindhu starring with four wickets.
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