Priyanka Tiwari
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KL Rahul lit up the IPL 2025 on Thursday night—not just with his bat, but with a post-match celebration that quickly went viral. At Bengaluru’s iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Rahul powered Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore, stamping his authority on what he called his "home turf."
Match-Winning Knock
Score: KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 93 off 53 balls.
Shots: 7 fours and 6 sixes, including a 22-run over off Josh Hazlewood.
Situation: Came in after Delhi collapsed to 10/2, anchored the chase flawlessly.
Award: Named Player of the Match.
Rahul’s calm and calculated innings under pressure helped Delhi maintain their perfect season record.
The Viral Celebration
After sealing the win with a six, Rahul’s celebration became the evening’s highlight:
He walked assertively toward the pitch.
Made a powerful “this is my territory” gesture.
Fans and analysts quickly dubbed the moment iconic on social media.
Athiya Shetty's Sweet Reaction
KL Rahul’s wife, actor Athiya Shetty, amplified the moment with a viral Instagram post. Sharing a picture of Rahul in his celebration, she captioned it:
“This guy! Ufff.”
The post resonated with thousands of fans.
Quickly went viral across platforms, adding a personal touch to the night’s drama.
A Special Victory on Familiar Ground
Rahul called the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium “home”, reflecting on his early cricketing days in Bengaluru.
The win symbolized more than just points — it was a personal statement from a player returning to his roots.
The celebration captured that sentiment, making it one of the most memorable moments of IPL 2025 so far.
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