WATCH: Gerhard Erasmus and Ibrahim Zadran combine for incredible catch to dismiss Andre Russell in ILT20 2025

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In an exciting moment during the 12th match of the Champions League International League T20 (ILT20) 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Gerhard Erasmus and Ibrahim Zadran pulled off an incredible concerted effort to dismiss Andre Russell. The spectacular catch was the highlight of a dominant performance by Gulf Giants against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.

Andre Russell falls to an incredible team effort

The breathtaking run out came in the 15th over of Knight Riders’ innings. Facing the left arm spinner Aayan Afzal KhanRussell tried to launch a full delivery into the stands with a powerful shot. The ball soared high, traveling almost outside of the length, but Erasmus, positioned near the boundary rope, pounced and plucked it out of the air with one hand. Realizing he was losing his balance and about to cross the boundary, Erasmus flicked the ball in the air to Zadran, who sprinted from deep mid-wicket to complete the catch. The dismissal not only showed exceptional athleticism, but also highlighted the flawless coordination between the two players in the field.

Here is the video:

Huge effort to get rid of Andre the Giant! 🫡

Erasmus, what have you done here? Russell can’t believe it and neither can we 😱 #ILT20onZee #T20HerojiKaJalwa #DPWorldILT20 #GGvADKR pic.twitter.com/rBstQp1brN

— Zee Cricket (@ilt20onzee) January 19, 2025

Also WATCH: Waqar Salamkheil clears Alex Hales with a peach of a delivery at ILT20 2025.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders register a decent total

Despite a solid start, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders could only manage 176/9 in their 20 overs. Michael-Kyle Pepper he anchored the innings with a quickfire 57 off 35 balls, but the team struggled to maintain the momentum after his dismissal.

Aayan emerged as the star bowler for the Gulf Giants, delivering a stunning spell of 4/16 to dismantle the Knight Riders’ middle order. His precise and disciplined bowling, combined with the brilliant fielding of Erasmus and Zadran, kept the score under control during the second half of the innings.