5 best short leg fielders in the world right now 

#5. Tom Latham

Latham was impressive in his dismissal of Faf du Plessis

One of the most underrated batsmen of the era, Tom Latham performs his batting duties without a song and dance.

The same is the case with his fielding abilities. He stands at the short-leg region with a bent back and hands in position without garnering any attention.

He is so calm and stable that he goes unnoticed for overs but then suddenly there is an edge and Latham appears in the scene with his quick movements and sharp reflexes.

Latham's best moment on the field came when he dismissed Faf du Plessis. Like Handscomb, Latham too is a genius when it comes to anticipation. du Plessis tried sweeping MItchelll Santer behind the wicket as the fine leg region was empty.

But Latham predicted du Plessis's stroke and moved to his right in an arc and positioned himself exactly in the direction of the ball.

The South African batsman was successful in his sweep but the ball went straight to Latham.This was a pure magical fielding moment and it exhibited the skill and ability of Latham.