Australian star Steve Smith He reached another great landmark in his test career. While playing against Sri Lanka In the second test in Galle, Smith became only a fifth non-viket in history to finish 200 catch in a test crice.
A special moment happened when Smith finished a routine catch Kusal Mendis beyond Nathan LyonBowling. The catch arrived in the second Ubaja Sri Lanka at the fourth delivery of the 64th year, positioning Smith along with South African legend Jacques Kalliswhich also has 200 catch in his test career.
While Smith continues to influence the test cricket, the record of all time for most catches by non-Vikar belongs to India Rahul Dravid.
Top 5 non-hicketkeepers with most catch in the test crice
5) Jacques Kallis (1995-2013)
Kallis is considered to be one of the greatest comprehensive in the history of the crislette. Not only did he dominate the baton, scoring more than 10,000 running in the test crice, but he was also an effective bowler with more than 200 shots. However, what often goes unnoticed is his incredible ability of the terrain. Kallis was a vital presence in the sliding cordon for South Africa, where he showed excellent anticipation and reflexes. During 166 matches, he grabbed 200 catch, which made him one of the safest hands in the test crice. His ability to judge the ball early and calm behavior in high pressure situations made him property on the field.
4) Steve Smith (2010-Handed)
Smith is one of the best modern crickets, known for its unconventional but very effective impact technique. However, besides his heroes, he also established himself as a great striker. Regardless of whether it is stationed in skaters, in Gully, or even on the ground, Smith consistently portrayed extraordinary reflexes, rapid movement of his feet and safe arms. His 200th catch in the test crice, scored in only 116 games, testifies to his sharp field skills. Unlike traditional sliding terrain, Smith often takes a catch at different positions, showing his versatility. Since his career is still ongoing, he can go further towards this list and set new benchmarks.
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3) Mahela Jayawardene (1997-2014)
Maestro Jayawardena of Sri Lanka was not just an elegant stroke producer, but is also one of the most reliable terrain she has ever seen. Most of his catch arrived in the Slip region, where he played a key role in supporting the strong spin attack by Sri Lanka, especially Mutiah Muralitharan and Ranana Herath. His sharp reflexes and ability to judge the turn and bounce of the ball made him a reliable grip in pressure. Over 149 test matches, Jayawardene completed 205 catch, many of which were amazing low-grab. His presence on the ground often proved to be decisively, helping Sri Lanka to turn the tide at the key games.
2) Joe Root (2012-Handed)
Root, one of the modern greats of England, proved to be more than a mere plant. His ability to take key catches, especially in a sliding cordon, made him a necessary property on the ground. Root has shown an extraordinary consistency as a striker, taking 207 catchs in only 152 test matches. His safe hands and sharp anticipation make him a reliable character on the first or second skating, especially when the sailors in England are in action. He took out some wonderful catches James Anderson and Stuart Broadhelping England to interrupt key partnerships. Given that the root is still an active player, he is well along the way to challenge Dravid’s record for the highest catch in the history of the test.
1) Rahul Dravid (1996-2012)
Also known as the “wall” by its firm hitting, Dravid also holds a record for the highest catch by the non-Hitar in the test crice. His calm and composed nature made him an exceptional slider, where he played a major role in Indian success, especially in helping legendary bowlers like Anil Kumble, Harbhajan Singhand Zaheer Khan. His sharp coordination of the manual eye and the flawless capture technique allowed him to take 210 catch in 164 test matches. Whether it is sharp, low, caught by Spinner or the reflex is gripped with a quick bowlers, Dravid rarely let the possibilities collapse. His presence on the ground gave India a sense of belief, because he was known for holding a heavy chance in high pressure situations.
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