Twitter Reactions: Suresh Raina takes a stunner to send Rahane packing

Veteran Indian cricketer Suresh Raina is arguably the best fielder in the Indian circuit at the moment. In fact, it would not be an understatement to say that he has been one of the most impactful fielders in world cricket. He gave a glimpse of his masterclass in the field yet again during the match against Rising Pune Supergiant at Rajkot. Suresh Raina was leading the Gujarat Lions in the clash at Rajkot.

The action perspired in the very first over of the match. RPS opener Ajinkya Rahane was up against Praveen Kumar. PK bowled a short of length delivery to have Rahane on the back foot. Rahane assumed the ball to be swinging away from his body. He went hard at the ball and tried to slash it towards the point region. However, all that he could manage on the day was a thick outside edge.

The ball went flying between the first slip and the wicketkeeper after taking the thick edge from Rahane’s willow. Suresh Raina, who had placed himself perfectly at the first slip, reacted sharply to the ball. He outstretched his left hand towards the direction of the ball and saw the ball stick to his hand. The stunning catch saw Rahane walk back without scoring a run on the day.

Raina remains to be one of the key players for the Gujarat Lions in the tournament. He not only holds the key with the bat but also with his captaincy skills. The fielding always comes as a bonus along with his powerhitting ability. Over the past decade or so, Raina has been setting high benchmarks in the Indian cricket circuit.

The fans went absolutely gaga over his stunning catch that saw the wicket of Ajinkya Rahane fall. Twiterrati could not stop their emotions flow as they showered praises on the southpaw. Many, including Jonty Rhodes, exclaimed their amazement at the catch.

Here is how the Twitter reacted:

Outstanding catch by Suresh Raina! #GLvRPS pic.twitter.com/63L9q9AwGe

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) April 14, 2017

The phrase "Plucked out of thin air" never seemed so appropriate to use. #Raina #GLvRPS #IPL

— Shirin Sadikot (@ShirinSadikot) April 14, 2017

What a sensational catch by Suresh Raina! Sensational because it has made even Praveen Kumar smile!

— Keh Ke Peheno (@coolfunnytshirt) April 14, 2017

Woweee!! Incredible reactions! What a catch!! @ImRaina @IPL #GLvRPS

— Isa Guha (@isaguha) April 14, 2017

Oh stop it @ImRaina ! Love watching this man in the field! Now that @mipaltan have stressed us coaches out; time to sit back n enjoy

— Jonty Rhodes (@JontyRhodes8) April 14, 2017

Daaaaaaaam what a grab by @ImRaina that deserved a selfie moment #ipl

— Daren Sammy (@darensammy88) April 14, 2017

A stunner from the skipper #SureshRaina to mark his 150th #IPL game.
He's making a habit of these!!!#GameMaariChhe

— The Gujarat Lions (@TheGujaratLions) April 14, 2017