The SA20 2025 encounter between MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals at Newlands delivered high-octane action, but one moment that stood out was Dayyaan Galiem‘s crucial dismissal of Rassie van der Dussen, followed by an unique celebration.
Dayyaan Galiem removes Rassie van der Dussen
In a tense situation, Galiem showcased his bowling skills to break the momentum of the Paarl Royals. Bowling a slower, short-of-length delivery outside off, he enticed Van der Dussen to go for a big shot through the off-side. However, Van der Dussen ended up dragging the ball onto his stumps with a thick under-edge. The dismissal of the in-form batter, who had scored a well-made 43 off 33 balls, was a pivotal moment in the match.
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Galiem’s unique celebration steals the show
What followed the dismissal was as captivating as the delivery itself. Galiem’s celebration perfectly matched the chilly Cape Town weather. The all-rounder struck a playful, ice-inspired pose, adding flair and personality to his performance. Fans in the stands and viewers at home were quick to applaud his unique gesture, which added an extra layer of entertainment to the contest.
Here is the video:
Dayyaan Galiem brings out a cold celebration 🥶#BetwaySA20 #MICTvPR #WelcomeToIncredible pic.twitter.com/LXA1v6tlyA
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) January 13, 2025
MI Cape Town posts a competitive total
Batting first, MI Cape Town put up a challenging total of 172/7 in their 20 overs. Reeza Hendricks led the charge with a sublime 59 off 37 balls, including 8 fours and a six. He was supported by Van der Dussen, who scored a composed 43 off 33 balls with 3 fours and 2 sixes before falling to Galiem.
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