The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its glitz, glamour, and nail-biting cricket matches. However, amidst all the seriousness, there have been some hilarious incidents that have entertained cricket fans over the years. In this article, we will take a look at the 5 most hilarious incidents on and off the field in IPL history.
- Gautam Gambhir’s “khelte hai hum, par yahan humari baat nahi chalti” comment
During a match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2013, Gautam Gambhir, who was captaining KKR at the time, was heard on the stump mic saying “khelte hai hum, par yahan humari baat nahi chalti” (we play the game, but our words don’t work here) to his teammate Manoj Tiwary. The comment went viral on social media, and Gambhir became the subject of numerous memes and jokes.
- Chris Gayle’s Gangnam Style dance
During an IPL match in 2013, Chris Gayle, the West Indian cricketer known for his big-hitting, decided to show off his dancing skills. After hitting a boundary, Gayle broke into the popular Gangnam Style dance, much to the delight of the crowd. The video of the dance went viral on social media, and Gayle became an overnight sensation off the field as well.
- Virat Kohli’s mimicry of Harbhajan Singh
During an IPL match in 2012, Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket team captain, was caught on camera mimicking Harbhajan Singh, the off-spinner who was playing for Mumbai Indians at the time. Kohli was seen imitating Harbhajan’s bowling action and facial expressions, much to the amusement of his teammates and the crowd. The incident became a popular meme on social media and is still remembered by fans today.
- The infamous “Mankading” incident
In 2019, during an IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals, Ravichandran Ashwin, the Kings XI Punjab captain, “Mankaded” Jos Buttler, the Rajasthan Royals batsman. “Mankading” refers to a form of run-out where the bowler dislodges the bails at the non-striker’s end when the batsman is outside the crease. The incident sparked a huge controversy, and the internet was flooded with memes and jokes about Ashwin’s action.
- The “Dilscoop” shot gone wrong
During an IPL match in 2012, Tillakaratne Dilshan, the Sri Lankan cricketer known for his innovative shots, tried to play his trademark “Dilscoop” shot against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, he misjudged the bounce of the ball, and it hit him in the face, knocking off his helmet. The incident left Dilshan with a bruised face and a broken tooth, but he managed to see the funny side of it and joked about it later.
These incidents may have been hilarious, but they also remind us that cricket is not just about serious competition, but also about having fun and entertaining the fans. The IPL has given us some unforgettable moments, and these 5 incidents will always be remembered as some of the most hilarious moments in IPL history.
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