CPL 2026: Navin Bidaisee’s Spectacular Diving Catch Halts Quinton de Kock’s Century in Basseterre

A remarkable fielding effort became the turning point in Match 23 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 at Warner Park, Basseterre, on September 1. St Kitts and Nevis Patriots all-rounder Navin Bidaisee completed a full-stretch, one-handed diving catch near the boundary cushion to end a blazing century from Barbados Tridents opener Quinton de Kock.

What Happened

Barbados Tridents opened the batting and set a formidable total behind Quinton de Kock’s explosive knock of 106 runs from 57 balls. The left-hander punished the bowling attack with 11 boundaries and six maximums, registering an impressive strike rate of 185.96. Alongside Zachary Carter, who added 57 off 36 deliveries with seven sixes, de Kock had guided the Tridents to 189/3 by the 18th over.

The breakthrough arrived courtesy of fast bowler Naseem Shah, who bowled a low full toss outside off stump. De Kock lofted the ball aerially towards deep cover. Bidaisee, sprinted across from the right, covered significant ground, and launched into a full-stretch dive. He plucked the ball with one hand mere inches above the turf and just inside the boundary rope, ending de Kock’s dominant stay.

Bidaisee’s sensational catch compensated for an earlier dropped chance in the same innings. Although his bowling figures stood at 1 over for 8 runs without a wicket, his fielding effort proved to be his defining contribution of the match.

Key Highlights

• Quinton de Kock’s Century: Scored 106 off 57 deliveries (11 fours, 6 sixes, strike rate 185.96).
• Navin Bidaisee’s Catch: Executed a full-stretch, one-handed catch on the deep cover boundary off Naseem Shah’s bowling at 189/3.
• First-Innings Total: Barbados Tridents posted 217/4 in 20 overs, with Zachary Carter contributing 57 off 36 balls.
• St Kitts Bowling: Naseem Shah finished with bowling figures of 2/43.
• Successful Chase: Johnson Charles scored 78 from 45 balls (6 fours, 7 sixes, strike rate 173.33) as St Kitts and Nevis Patriots secured a six-wicket victory.
• Barbados Bowling: Daniel Sams claimed 2/40 during the second innings.

Why This Matters

The dismissal halted the Tridents’ charge just as they approached the death overs, keeping the target within reach for the Patriots. Following the wicket, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots chased down the 218-run target by six wickets, driven by Johnson Charles’s brisk 78. The result moved St Kitts and Nevis Patriots to fifth in the standings with two wins from seven games, while Barbados Tridents remained at the bottom of the table with two victories from five matches.

What to Watch Next

Both teams will continue their campaign in CPL 2026, with Barbados Tridents looking to climb from the bottom position with games in hand, and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots aiming to improve on their record of two wins from seven fixtures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who dismissed Quinton de Kock in Match 23?

Quinton de Kock was dismissed off the bowling of Naseem Shah, caught by Navin Bidaisee near the deep cover boundary.

What was Quinton de Kock’s final score?

De Kock scored 106 runs off 57 deliveries, including 11 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 185.96.

Who won the match between Barbados Tridents and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots?

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots won the match by six wickets after successfully chasing the target set by Barbados Tridents’ total of 217/4.

Source: Reported by CricTracker.