Watch: ‘Is your mom single?’ Fan’s bizarre placard for Ryan Rickelton goes viral during SA vs AUS 3rd Test

Cricket fans have found an unusual way to grab attention during the South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test at Newlands in Cape Town. This time, the spotlight was on South African wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton after a fan was spotted holding a bizarre placard with a personal question about his mother.

The fan caught the attention of the broadcasters while holding a handmade sign that read, “Ryan Rickelton, is your mom single?” The unexpected message quickly became a talking point among fans, turning an ordinary moment in the stands into an entertaining moment during the Test match.

The video was shared by SuperSport on its official X account and soon went viral on social media. The funniest part came when the fan realised that the camera had caught him on the big screen. His reaction added to the humour of the moment, leaving cricket fans amused. 

Watch the viral moment here:

Fan’s ‘Is your mom single?’ Placard goes viral at SA vs AUS 3rd Test

The incident took place after lunch on Day 1 of the South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test. The fan was holding a cardboard sign decorated with a pink heart and the message, “Is your mom single?” After realising that he was on camera, the spectator blew several kisses, playfully removed his cap and sunglasses, and flashed a cheeky smile.

Ryan Rickelton was keeping wickets when the incident unfolded at the stadium. The South African wicketkeeper-batter also appeared to notice the message on the giant screen. He responded with a subtle smile before turning his attention back to the match.

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SuperSport shared footage of the spectator holding the sign during its live coverage of the Test match. The unusual moment quickly caught the attention of cricket fans, with the fan’s playful reaction adding to the humour of the incident.

What the placard said and how it was spotted

A spectator wearing sunglasses and a cap was spotted holding a white placard decorated with a large red heart during the South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test. The sign carried a direct message for the South African wicketkeeper-batter, which read, “RYAN RICKLETON, IS YOUR MOM SINGLE?”

Instead of asking Rickelton for an autograph, a photograph or his cricket jersey, the fan appeared to have a different idea. The unusual message added some off-field humour to the contest and gave viewers an entertaining moment away from the action on the field.

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SuperSport shared footage of the spectator holding up the placard during its coverage of the Test match. The clip clearly showed the message as the fan presented it to the cameras. However, the spectator's identity remains unknown, and there is no confirmed information about whether Rickelton saw the sign or how the fan intended the message beyond a lighthearted joke.

Rickelton’s Performance in the SA vs AUS 3rd Test

Ryan Rickelton scored 42 runs and remained not out in the second innings of the ongoing South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test. In the second Test, he scored 31 runs off 51 balls before being dismissed by Scott Boland. However, his performance in the first Test was less impressive, as he managed just two runs across two innings.

Cricket crowds are known for creative banners, funny messages and attempts to catch the attention of television cameras. However, this spectator took a different approach by bringing Rickelton’s family into a lighthearted joke. The unusual placard added a humorous moment to the ongoing Test series between South Africa and Australia.

For Rickelton, the main focus remains on contributing with the bat and helping South Africa in the match. The fan’s unexpected question has provided an entertaining subplot to the contest. Whether the South African wicketkeeper-batter will ever respond to the message remains to be seen.