Akshar Patel took two important catches during the match. First, Jasprit Bumrah’s slower ball, he ran about 24 meters from the cover zone and took a great catch. England’s dangerous batsman Harry Brooke got out on that catch. Brook was in good form then and had the ability to change the course of the match. So his wicket became very important for India.

Akshar then gave another great fielding moment. He ran to the boundary line, took the catch and quickly threw it to Shivam Dube. England’s batsman Will Jacks was run out from that throw. At that time Jacks and his batting partner were increasing the team’s runs. Akshar’s quick decision and presence of mind is what breaks the pair.

Akshar’s outstanding fielding performance has garnered much praise in cricket circles. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar praised him, saying Akshar’s all-round skills and cricket intelligence could make him one of India’s best cricketers in the future. He feels that such performance in big matches is what makes a player stand out.

Gavaskar also said that Akshar Patel is slowly filling the void created after Ravindra Jadeja’s retirement in T20 international cricket. Batting, bowling and fielding – he is becoming important for the team in three areas. Cricket experts also believe that his performance will improve with increasing experience.