In a dramatic moment at the ODI stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday, Akash Singh made a powerful comeback after suffering a blow in the 6th over from a fierce Shubman Gill drive.
Returning to the field in the 10th over, Akash made an immediate impact by dismissing former England captain Jos Buttler with a brilliantly disguised slower delivery. Buttler, attempting an aggressive shot, was completely beaten and bowled—a crucial breakthrough in what was shaping up to be a high-scoring match.
But it wasn’t just the wicket that grabbed attention. Akash Singh’s celebration quickly went viral. After sending Buttler back, he pointed toward the dressing room and mimicked writing in a notebook—a gesture widely seen as a tribute to his teammate Digvesh Singh Rathi.
Digvesh was recently suspended by the BCCI for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct following repeated warnings, fines, and demerit points. His infamous “notebook celebration” and a heated altercation with Abhishek Sharma were reportedly the final straws leading to the disciplinary action.
Akash’s tribute celebration has sparked mixed reactions, with fans and commentators debating whether it was a bold show of support or a subtle dig at the authorities. Either way, it has added another layer of intrigue to an already intense contest.
