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Virat Kohli Dazzles with One-Handed Dive to Dismiss Nathan Smith in NZ-India 2026 ODI
✍️ Sportskeeda
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 09:42 AM
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In the first ODI between India and New Zealand, Virat Kohli captured a sensational one‑handed diving catch to dismiss Nathan Smith, sparking a jubilant sprint across the field.
During the opening match of the 2026 India tour of New Zealand, Virat Kohli showcased his exceptional fielding skills by taking a one‑handed diving catch to dismiss Nathan Smith. The catch came in the 18th over, with India needing 35 runs from 12 balls.
Kohli leapt towards the boundary, extended his arm, and secured the ball before it hit the ground, a move that left the crowd and commentators in awe. The dismissal was pivotal, as it broke a New Zealand partnership that had been building steadily.
After securing the catch, Kohli sprinted across the field, celebrating with a wide grin and a wave to the Indian fans. The moment was captured on camera and quickly circulated across social media platforms.
India went on to win the match by 7 wickets, with Kohli finishing the game with 45 runs and 1 wicket, reinforcing his reputation as one of the world’s best all‑rounders.
Kohli leapt towards the boundary, extended his arm, and secured the ball before it hit the ground, a move that left the crowd and commentators in awe. The dismissal was pivotal, as it broke a New Zealand partnership that had been building steadily.
After securing the catch, Kohli sprinted across the field, celebrating with a wide grin and a wave to the Indian fans. The moment was captured on camera and quickly circulated across social media platforms.
India went on to win the match by 7 wickets, with Kohli finishing the game with 45 runs and 1 wicket, reinforcing his reputation as one of the world’s best all‑rounders.