New Delhi: Legendary South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes, known for his electrifying fielding, proved that age is just a number in the International Masters League (IML T20). Playing for South Africa Masters, the 55-year-old amazed everyone with his agility and quick reflexes. His stellar performance has led fans to compare him with modern-day fielding sensation Glenn Phillips, with many even claiming Rhodes is still better.

Match Summary: Australia Masters Secures a Dominant Victory

In the match, Australia Masters outplayed South Africa Masters with a massive 137-run victory. Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson delivered a sensational knock of 122 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. However, despite Australia’s commanding performance, the highlight of the game was Jonty Rhodes’ unbelievable fielding effort.

Superman Dive Saves a Certain Boundary

The most talked-about moment came in the 19th over when Shane Watson smashed a powerful shot towards the boundary. Just when it seemed like a certain four, Jonty Rhodes sprinted at full speed, leaped into the air like Superman, and stopped the ball with a one-handed save. His extraordinary effort left commentators and fans in awe, proving that his legendary fielding skills remain intact even after retirement.

Rhodes’ Historic Fielding Legacy

Jonty Rhodes has long been regarded as one of the greatest fielders in cricket history. A testament to his brilliance is the 1993 match against the West Indies, where he became one of the very few players to win the Player of the Match award solely for his fielding performance. This match was played at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium.

Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips has also gained recognition for his outstanding fielding, especially after his spectacular catch to dismiss Virat Kohli. However, many fans still consider Rhodes superior to Phillips, highlighting his unmatched anticipation, agility, and game awareness.

𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗬 𝗕𝗘𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗬! 🚀

𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙚𝙙. 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. 𝙋𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙮! 🤌
Jonty Rhodes 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙣𝙤 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙨𝙚! 😍🙌#IMLT20 #TheBaapsOfCricket #IMLonJioHotstar #IMLonCineplex pic.twitter.com/RkHp1dKqri
— INTERNATIONAL MASTERS LEAGUE (@imlt20official) March 7, 2025

Jonty Rhodes’ International Career

Jonty Rhodes retired from international cricket in 2005 after an illustrious career. He played 52 Test matches, scoring 2,532 runs, and featured in 245 ODIs, accumulating 5,935 runs. His fielding stats are equally impressive, with 34 catches in Tests and 105 in ODIs.

Rhodes’ recent fielding heroics in the IML T20 reaffirm why he is still regarded as the greatest fielder of all time. His performance proves that even at 55, he remains an inspiration to cricketers and fans worldwide.

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