'One tip one hand': English batter out in bizarre fashion in County match - Watch
Lancashire batter Joe Moores was dismissed for 'obstructing the field' after catching a ball that was heading toward his stumps during a County Championship match. This rare dismissal contributed to Lancashire's defeat against Northamptonshire.
Why it matters
The incident is a rare occurrence in professional cricket, highlighting the strict application of the laws of the game.
Lancashire wicketkeeper-batter Joe Moores was dismissed in an unusual manner during their County Championship match against Northamptonshire, becoming only the 43rd batter in first-class cricket history to be given out for obstructing the field, Wisden reported.Moores had scored two runs in Lancashire's second innings when the incident occurred in the 33rd over.Northamptonshire pacer Luke Procter bowled a short delivery that angled into left-handed Moores. The batter went back and defended the ball, which bounced close to the crease and appeared to be heading towards the stumps.Moores then caught the ball with his hands, seemingly thinking it was about to hit the stumps. He quickly realised his mistake and dropped it.Northamptonshire's fielders appealed, and Moores was given out for obstructing the field.The dismissal placed Moores in a small group of batters to have been given out in this manner in first-class cricket.
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