Towhid Hridoy’s Blitz Earns Spectator Tk 100,000 Catch Prize

Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy produced a sensational late-innings assault in the Lanka Premier League (LPL), smashing an unbeaten 31 from just eight deliveries for Jaffna Kings. Yet, alongside his explosive hitting, a remarkable piece of fielding from the stands also became one of the talking points of the match.

Facing Colombo Strikers, Hridoy initially scored only one run from his first two deliveries. He then transformed the final over into a spectacular display of power hitting. Pakistan fast bowler Shahnawaz Dahani came under severe pressure as Hridoy struck four sixes and a boundary in the over.

One of those sixes produced an unexpected moment of excitement beyond the boundary rope. Hridoy launched the fifth delivery over mid-off and into the stands, where a spectator positioned himself perfectly to complete an outstanding catch. The ball was destined to be recorded as another six in Hridoy’s scorecard, but the spectator’s athletic effort turned it into a memorable moment for the crowd.

A video of the catch, which circulated widely on social media, showed the fan celebrating enthusiastically after holding on to the ball. His effort was rewarded with a prize of Tk 100,000, adding an unexpected financial windfall to what was already an unforgettable experience at the cricket ground.

Hridoy himself reacted warmly after learning about the reward. Sharing a video of the catch on his verified Facebook page, the Bangladesh international expressed his delight for the spectator. He said he was happier for the fan than for himself and admitted that he could hardly put into words how he felt after hearing that the spectacular catch had earned the supporter Tk 100,000. He also sent his best wishes and affection to the fan.

The excitement surrounding Hridoy’s performance was matched by Jaffna Kings’ result on the field. Batting first, the side posted an imposing total of 202 runs, setting Colombo Strikers a demanding target. The Strikers fought back but could manage only 183 runs in reply, allowing Jaffna Kings to secure a 19-run victory.

The result added another positive chapter to Hridoy’s early campaign in the tournament. The match was only his second appearance in the ongoing LPL, but he had already made an impression in his opening game. Against Kandy, he scored a useful 35 off 21 deliveries, demonstrating the aggressive approach that has become a notable feature of his batting.

His latest innings, however, was even more explosive. Scoring 31 unbeaten runs from eight balls meant that Hridoy struck at a staggering rate of 387.50. His four sixes and a boundary in the final over provided Jaffna Kings with a powerful finish and helped lift the team’s total beyond the 200-run mark.

While Hridoy’s brief but destructive cameo was central to Jaffna Kings’ victory, the spectator’s catch gave the match an equally memorable subplot. In a game filled with big hitting and high-scoring cricket, one of the most rewarding moments came not from the players on the pitch, but from a fan who managed to hold on to a ball flying into the crowd—and walked away with Tk 100,000 for his exceptional effort.