Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant produced a moment of brilliance behind the stumps after pulling off a sensational one-handed catch to dismiss
Sunrisers Hyderabad star Liam Livingstone during their IPL 2026 clash.
The stunning effort quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising Pant's sharp reflexes and athleticism as Sunrisers Hyderabad slipped deeper into trouble during the powerplay phase.
Rishabh Pant's Stunning Catch Leaves Livingstone Stunned
The moment unfolded in the eighth over of the SRH innings when Digvesh Rathi delivered a ball that tempted Liam Livingstone into an attempted paddle shot.
However, the execution went wrong.
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Rishabh Pant takes a terrific catch.
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Livingstone managed only a faint edge, sending the ball looping behind the stumps. Pant reacted instantly - first shifting slightly to his left before launching himself to the right and completing a sharp one-handed catch.
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🎥 Back to back wickets including a fine catch by skipper Rishabh Pant bring @LucknowIPL back in contest 👊
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It was not just a spectacular grab but also a crucial breakthrough, as Livingstone's dismissal added to SRH's mounting woes early in the innings.
The wicket pushed Sunrisers Hyderabad further on the back foot, with the team managing just 35/4 after 10 overs, one of the lowest totals at that stage in IPL history.
Catch Goes Viral Across Social Media
Pant's athletic effort drew instant reactions online, with fans applauding the LSG skipper's fitness and presence of mind behind the stumps.
The video of the catch spread rapidly across social media platforms, with many calling it one of the standout fielding moments of IPL 2026 so far.
The dismissal also proved to be a turning point in the innings, halting any hopes of a middle-order recovery for SRH after their top-order collapse.
LSG Strike Early After Opting to Bowl First
Earlier in the match, Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and elected to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Both teams entered the contest searching for early-season stability. SRH had bounced back from a heavy defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a strong win over Kolkata Knight Riders, while LSG were looking to recover after a disappointing loss to Delhi Capitals.
Pant explained his decision at the toss, saying the pitch looked good for bowling first, though he expected it to slow down as the innings progressed.
Meanwhile, SRH captain Ishan Kishan confirmed two changes to his playing XI, bringing in Liam Livingstone and Harshal Patel as the team looked to strengthen both batting depth and bowling options.
Rishabh Pant Leadership and Fielding Making Early Impact
Beyond his captaincy role, Pant's energy in the field has already made a difference for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026.
His brilliant catch to remove Livingstone not only lifted the team's momentum but also showcased his sharp wicketkeeping skills - an asset that continues to play a key role in LSG's bowling plans.
With early wickets falling and SRH struggling to rebuild, Pant's moment of magic could prove to be one of the defining highlights of the match.
