Superstitions are a part of sports, and cricket is no exception. The Indian Premier League (IPL) is no stranger to unusual superstitions, and players have their own unique ways to ensure good luck and success on the field. Here are seven of the most unusual superstitions followed by IPL players:
MS Dhoni’s lucky number 7
Chennai Super Kings’ captain, MS Dhoni, is known for his obsession with the number 7. He wears the number on his jersey, and even his daughter was born on the seventh of February. He is known to take the field only at 7:07 PM and often finishes the match with a six or a boundary to score 7 runs.
Virat Kohli’s left pad first
Royal Challengers Bangalore captain, Virat Kohli, is known for putting on his left pad first before a match. He also wears black wristbands for good luck and ties a black thread on his wrist.
Suresh Raina’s bat worship
Suresh Raina, the former CSK player, is known for his bat worship. He carries his bat to a temple before every match and performs a small puja to seek blessings for success on the field.
Rohit Sharma’s pre-match nap
Mumbai Indians captain, Rohit Sharma, is known to take a nap before a match. He also puts his right foot first while entering the field and takes off his gloves only when he is off the field.
Shikhar Dhawan’s kabbadi ritual
Delhi Capitals’ opener, Shikhar Dhawan, is known for his unique kabbadi ritual. He draws a line with his feet while walking to the middle and takes a deep breath before starting his innings.
Rashid Khan’s black thread
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s star spinner, Rashid Khan, wears a black thread on his wrist for good luck. He also carries a handkerchief with him and sniffs it before taking his run-up.
Lasith Malinga’s hairdo
Former Mumbai Indians’ pacer, Lasith Malinga, is known for his unique hairstyle. He believes that his hairstyle brings him good luck on the field and never changes it during the IPL season.
Superstitions are a way for players to feel in control and gain confidence before and during a match. These superstitions may seem unusual, but they hold immense significance for the players and their performances on the field.
