In the ongoing IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians (May 2, 2026), Sarfaraz Khan pulled off a stunning catch to dismiss a well-set Naman Dhir. Naman Dhir was dismissed for 57 runs off 37 balls, a crucial knock that had kept MI's innings steady. Sarfaraz Khan, fielding for CSK, grabbed what was described as a "stunner" and a "brilliant catch" to provide the breakthrough. The wicket was delivered by Jamie Overton in the 17th over (16.5).

Jamie Overton bowled a clever off-cutter (123.8 kph) that gripped the surface. Dhir looked to drive the slower ball through the covers but was deceived by the lack of pace. He miscued it toward extra cover, where Sarfaraz Khan tracked the ball to his left, leaped into the air, and plucked it with both hands. This "blinder" broke a dangerous rhythm for MI, who were 134/5 at that moment, eventually limiting them to 159/7. This catch was a redemption of sorts for Sarfaraz, who has been a standout "X-factor" for CSK this season after being bought for his base price of ₹75 lakh. He previously took a "match-turning" catch against Delhi Capitals on April 11, leading to his new nickname "Superman Khan" among the Yellow Brigade.

Naman Dhir scores gritty half-century against Chennai Super Kings

Naman Dhir scored a gritty 57 runs off 37 balls for Mumbai Indians against Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on May 2, 2026. His innings included 4 fours and 3 sixes, anchoring MI to a total of 159/7. MI faced early setbacks, including the early loss of Will Jacks for 1 run. Dhir and Ryan Rickleton (37 off 24) stabilized the innings with a vital 58-run partnership. He reached his half-century in 34 balls, maintaining a strike rate of 154.05 despite CSK's spinners applying pressure.

His resistance ended in the 17th over when Sarfaraz Khan plucked a brilliant "blinder" of a catch off Jamie Overton's bowling. This match is critical as both teams have struggled this season and are "languishing in the lower half" of the IPL 2026 points table. A loss for MI could potentially end their playoff hopes.