T20 Blast: WATCH Spectator Grabs A Terrific Catch On His Balcony As David Payne Smashes The Ball For A Maximum

During an exciting T20 Blast match between Gloucestershire and Kent in Bristol, a remarkable incident occurred that caught the attention of spectators with David Payne making it into the highlights. The unique feature of apartments built near the cricket ground allowed fans to enjoy the game from their balconies, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.

On a sunny Sunday, June 18, as Gloucestershire reached 127 runs for the loss of nine wickets, David Payne, one of their batters, stepped up to face the final over. With anticipation building, he struck the first ball for a boundary, eliciting cheers from the crowd. The stage was set for a thrilling finish.

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As the bowler released the next delivery, David Payne swung his bat with precision and power. The ball soared high in the air, captivating the spectators. Unexpectedly, it sailed beyond the boundary and landed on the balcony of a fortunate female spectator. Luckily, the man present on the balcony reacted swiftly, catching the ball and preventing any harm.

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The incident was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, generating intrigue and admiration from cricket enthusiasts worldwide. The simplicity of the moment, where a well-struck shot found its way into the hands of an astonished spectator, added to its appeal.

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WATCH – Fan Catches David Payne’s Mammoth From His Balcony

David Payne nails a six which is then CAUGHT by a spectator on the balcony #Blast23 pic.twitter.com/BHZsSJYPA0

— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) June 18, 2023

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Despite the potential danger posed to the female fan, the male spectator’s lightning-fast reactions ensured that an unfortunate mishap was avoided. However, fate had a different plan in store for David Payne. On the very next ball, his innings came to an abrupt end, having scored a modest 16 runs for his team.

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Gloucestershire had the opportunity to set the tone as they took the batting crease first. They managed to accumulate a total of 137 runs over the course of their allotted 20 overs.

Kent, showing remarkable skill and composure, embarked upon their run chase with the small target on the board. With a display of exceptional batting prowess, they steadily chipped away at the target set by Gloucestershire. The side had no trouble getting past the finish line with a significant 18 balls to spare and just three wickets lost.

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