Watch: Cricket player reacts in a split second to make stunning diving grab

Australia’s Steve Smith made one of the most amazing catches you’ll ever see in any sport.

Author:
Dan Gartland
Publish date:
Dec 4, 2016

Here in the United States we’re used to seeing guys named Steve Smith make impressive catches, but nothing compares to what Australian cricketer Steve Smith did on Sunday against New Zealand.

Kiwi batsman B.J. Watling fought off a ball that came flying toward Smith, who dove all-out and grabbed the ball with one hand, despite smashing his face against the turf.

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The Daily Telegraph timed Smith’s reaction at just .65 seconds.

Smith also had a great day with the bat, scoring 164 runs in a 68-run win for Australia.