BBL: The 12th edition of one of the most exciting T20 leagues is just a couple of months away. The Big Bash League 2022 will kick off on December 13, which will see a total of 61 games in the upcoming season, with the final to be played on February 4. Perth Scorchers, who won last season, will defend their title this time around.
The BBL was introduced in 2011 and has hosted 11 successful seasons so far. Thus, many of the best cricketers from across the world have taken part in this league across the globe. But apart from bowling and batting, one aspect that is very important in the game is fielding. So, in this article, we will cover the list of players most caught in the BBL.
5. Moises Henriques (48 catches)
At no. 5, the veteran all-rounder from the Sydney Sixers, Moises Henriques, is there. He is a three-dimensional player who is good with both the bat and ball. But he is a very good fielder as well. In 103 games in the BBL, Henriques has made 48 catches, and his highest in the match was three catches. He has also scored 2340 runs in the league.
4. Jordan Silk (52 catches)
Veteran batter Jordan Silk is at No. 4. He made his BBL debut in 2013 for the Sydney Sixers and has played for the same franchise over the years. In his 97-match career in the BBL, Silk has taken 52 catches and two maximums in one game. Apart from that, he has also scored 1654 runs at an average and strike rate of 29.53 and 124.17, respectively, along with five fifties.
3. Sean Abbott (59 catches)
The star Australian all-rounder, Sean Abbott, is third on the list for most catches. Abbott made his BBL debut in 2011 and has been a regular member of the league. He has played for the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder so far. In 94 games, he has taken a total of 59 catches. Apart from this, the all-rounder is also the leading wicket-taker in the BBL with 125 wickets so far.
2. Dan Christian (64 catches)
The veteran all-rounder, Dan Christian, makes number two on the list of most catches. Christian is a valuable asset for any team with his batting and bowling, but in the field he is safe as ever. The all-rounder has picked up 59 catches in 94 games in the BBL. He has also scored 2009 runs, including 9 fifties. With the ball, he has taken 89 wickets as well.
1. Glenn Maxwell (65 BBL catches)
Without a doubt, this list includes some of the best fielders in the world. And the player who is at the top is definitely among the safest fielders in the world right now. He is none other than star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. Maxi has been with the league since its inception in 2011. He has played for the Melbourne Renegades and Melbourne Stars in his BBL career. In 100 games, he has taken 65 caches, including four in one match. Along with that, Maxwell has also scored 2673 runs with two centuries and 18 fifties, along with 37 wickets.
Most Catches in BBL T20
Player | Span | Mts | Cts | Max | Ct/Inn |
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Glenn Maxwell | 2011-2022 | 100 | 65 | 4 | 0.650 |
Dan Christian | 2011-2022 | 121 | 64 | 4 | 0.533 |
Sean Abbott | 2011-2022 | 99 | 59 | 3 | 0.634 |
Jordan Silk | 2013-2022 | 97 | 52 | 2 | 0.547 |
Moises Henriques | 2011-2022 | 103 | 48 | 3 | 0.475 |
Chris Green | 2015-2022 | 74 | 47 | 3 | 0.635 |
Ben Cutting | 2012-2022 | 108 | 47 | 3 | 0.435 |
Nick Maddinson | 2011-2022 | 99 | 46 | 3 | 0.464 |
Tom Cooper | 2011-2022 | 88 | 42 | 3 | 0.482 |
George Bailey | 2011-2022 | 80 | 37 | 3 | 0.462 |