Rohit Sharma produced one of the standout moments of the fourth ODI between New Zealand and India at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, pouching a two-handed diving catch to his right at short cover to dismiss Finn Allen. The dismissal came in the 31st over off the bowling of Axar Patel, ending Allen's innings for 41 off 30 balls, which included five fours and two sixes.

Axar bowled a good-length delivery outside off stump, and Allen went onto the back foot and punched without keeping the ball down. Rohit, stationed at short cover, judged the trajectory well, dived to his right and completed the catch with both hands, though one hand came off as he landed. Axar ran across to embrace him, while Allen punched his bat in frustration and walked off with his eyes closed.S2

The wicket broke a dangerous partnership at a moment when India needed a breakthrough. Rohit, the seniormost cricketer in the Indian side at 39, drew considerable attention for his athleticism in the field, and the catch came after he had earlier dropped an easy chance in the slips. The dismissal was widely praised online, with the match being broadcast live on Sony Sports Network.S1S2