Michael Neser took a stunner to dismiss Joe Root (Picture credit: Screengrab from X)
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News1805-01-2026, 09:47

Neser's Stunning Catch Denies Root Historic SCG Double Century

  • Michael Neser took a spectacular one-handed catch to dismiss Joe Root for 160 runs at the SCG.
  • The catch denied Root a historic double hundred in the 5th Ashes Test on Day 2.
  • Root had built significant partnerships, including 169 with Harry Brook, before his dismissal.
  • Neser was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 4/60, contributing to England's 384 all out.
  • Root missed becoming the sixth batter to score a double century at the SCG, a feat achieved by legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara.

Why It Matters: Michael Neser's incredible catch prevented Joe Root from scoring a historic double century at the SCG.

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