In the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener between New Zealand and Pakistan at the National Stadium in Karachi, Glenn Phillips made a jaw-dropping catch to send Mohammad Rizwan back to the pavilion. Rizwan, facing William O'Rourke, cut hard at a short and wide ball, hoping for a boundary. But Phillips, like a Superman, dived to his left, stretched his hand, and caught the ball in mid-air with one hand behind his back. The crowd was left amazed as the spectacular effort changed the momentum of the game in favor of New Zealand. Watch the Clip Here: What a catch #GlennPhillips💥#PAKvNZ #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/frObZvrklT — Junaid khan (@JunaidkhanREAL) February 19, 2025 Also Read | Dinesh Karthik Reveals Why Rajat Patidar Was Chosen as New Team Captain The drama was played out on the last ball of the 10th over. William O'Rourke sent down a short and loose delivery, and Rizwan, eager to make the most, struck a vicious cut shot. But Phillips had other ideas. He ran to his left, extended his left hand, and pulled the ball from thin air in a display of athleticism that defied belief. The athleticism and timing of the catch were pure and left everyone speechless, qualifying it as an early entry for one of the greatest catches in the history of the game. The throng gasped in shock as replays highlighted Phillips' flawless reflexes and placement. Even Rizwan, who had trusted his shot wholeheartedly, was visibly shocked when he trudged back to the pavilion. The New Zealand team members rallied around Phillips to rejoice at his brilliance, acknowledging the effect of his fielding act in a high-pressure encounter. In pursuit of 321, Pakistan's top order fared poorly against New Zealand's disciplined bowling. Babar Azam attempted to stabilize the innings with a conservative 64 from 90 deliveries, but wickets fell at regular intervals. Saud Shakeel (6), Mohammad Rizwan (3), and Tayyab Tahir (1) did not make a contribution, leaving Pakistan in trouble. During the meltdown, Agha Salman scored a brisk knock of 42 from 28 balls, with six boundaries and a six. But it was Khushdil who gave Pakistan hope with a fighting 69 from a mere 49 balls with 10 fours and a six. He was complemented well by cameos from Afridi (14), Naseem (13), and Rauf (19), but Pakistan were bowled out for 260 in 47.2 overs as the target seemed to steep.