New Zealand's Glenn Phillips pulled off one of the standout catches of the CPL season on September 1, plucking a Sunil Narine pull shot out of the air with one hand just inches from the boundary rope — and looked as surprised as anyone that he'd actually held on.
How It Happened
The catch came on the first ball of the third over in Guyana Amazon Warriors' clash with Trinbago Knight Riders. Dwaine Pretorius banged one in short, Narine swivelled and pulled it toward deep midwicket with the kind of power that usually clears the rope for six. Phillips, stationed at the boundary, appeared to briefly lose the ball in the floodlights before recovering at the last instant, stretching out his right hand and closing his fingers around it just before crossing the line.
His reaction afterward said it all — Phillips broke into disbelieving laughter as his teammates mobbed him, seemingly as stunned by his own reflexes as everyone watching.
Part of a Bigger Night for Guyana
The wicket set the tone for a match Guyana Amazon Warriors went on to win by nine runs on the DLS method, in a contest that also produced Shimron Hetmyer's joint-fastest century in CPL history — the two moments together made it one of the most talked-about nights of the CPL 2026 season on social media.
The CPL's official account shared the clip shortly after the dismissal, and it spread quickly across cricket social media through the rest of the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Glenn Phillips catch in his viral CPL catch?
Sunil Narine, dismissed off a Dwaine Pretorius delivery in Guyana Amazon Warriors' match against Trinbago Knight Riders on September 1, 2026.
What made the Glenn Phillips catch so difficult?
Phillips appeared to lose sight of the ball in the floodlights before recovering to make a one-handed grab with his right hand, just inches from the boundary rope, on a shot that looked destined for six.
Which team did Glenn Phillips play for in this match?
Guyana Amazon Warriors, who went on to beat Trinbago Knight Riders by nine runs on the DLS method.
Was this the only big moment in the match?
No — the same game featured Shimron Hetmyer's joint-fastest century in CPL history, making it one of the tournament's most memorable nights.
When did the Glenn Phillips catch happen?
September 1, 2026, in a CPL 2026 group-stage match.