"Superman": Tilak Verma's Gravity-Defying Catch In 2nd ODI Sets Internet Ablaze
In India's 2nd ODI match against South Africa, one moment overshadowed everything else, Tilak Verma's unbelievable, full-stretch catch that instantly took over social media.
- NDTV Sports Desk
- Updated: December 04, 2025 07:42 am IST
In India's 2nd ODI match against South Africa, one moment overshadowed everything else, Tilak Verma's unbelievable, full-stretch catch that instantly took over social media. The video, shared widely across cricket pages on X, shows Verma diving mid-air to complete what many are calling one of the best catches. Within minutes, the clip exploded online, with fans stunned by the athleticism and timing he displayed. Several users even dubbed him “Superman Verma” as reactions poured in from all corners.
Superman Verma said nope. pic.twitter.com/ceussdMyHK
— Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) December 3, 2025
The catch came at a crucial stage of the match, just when the batting side appeared settled and ready to push the scoring rate. A powerful shot that looked destined to clear the fielder was interrupted by Verma's lightning sprint and a leap that defied all expectations and, as fans joked, even defied physics.
On X, reactions captured the craze perfectly. One user shared a meme asking, “Gravity kaha gayi isme?” while another wrote, “Unreal core strength to bend in mid-air and throw the ball in. Simply brilliant!”
— Ranvijayy Rathore (@Ranvijayy_) December 3, 2025
As the clip continues to stock up views, Tilak Verma's spectacular catch has become one of the highlights of the match, a moment that has captivated fans, inspired memes, and proven once again how a single act of brilliance can light up the cricketing world.