[Watch] Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill mimic Kuldeep Yadav's batting stance

Indian captain Rohit Sharma and batter Shubman Gill amused fans with a playful imitation of Kuldeep Yadav’s batting stance during the Ranchi Test against England. The video, circulating on social media, captured the light-hearted moment in the dressing room, adding a fun twist to the intense match.

India’s second innings, starting at 219/7, saw them extend their total to 307, narrowing England’s first-innings lead to 46 runs. Kuldeep Yadav and Dhruv Jurel’s resilient partnership frustrated the English bowlers, culminating in a crucial 76-run stand for the eighth wicket before Kuldeep’s dismissal by James Anderson.

Hilarious video of Indian cricketers goes viral

The playful banter extended beyond the dressing room, as Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar likened Kuldeep’s batting stance to that of Steve Smith, eliciting laughter from his teammates.

Despite his departure for a gritty 28 off 131 balls, Kuldeep’s contribution was noteworthy. Jurel, on the other hand, continued to defy England’s bowling attack, crafting a stellar 90 off 149 balls before being bowled out by Tom Hartley.

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill’s Kuldeep Yadav impression

In India’s first innings, only three batters faced more than 100 balls, including Kuldeep, who showcased remarkable resilience at the crease. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal also impressed with a solid 73 off 117 balls.

England’s bowling effort was led by Shoaib Bashir, who claimed 5/119, and Tom Hartley, who secured 3/68, in a bid to contain the Indian batsmen. The viral video and the spirited display on the field added an element of fun to the intense cricketing action, resonating with fans worldwide.