Last night was memorable for all the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Shah Rukh Khan fans. KKR beat Delhi Capitals (DC) by a considerable margin. Shah Rukh Khan attended the KKR vs DC match in Vizag. His video of watching and enjoying the game has been going viral online since last night. For those who don’t know, Shah Rukh Khan owns KKR.
The Game-Changing Performances
The match began with KKR winning the toss and electing to bat. Sunil Naraine, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Andre Rusell put up a formidable total of 272 in 20 overs. Delhi Capitals had to chase off 273 in 20 balls. Delhi Capitals managed to chase 166 before getting all out in 17.2 overs. Rishabh Pant scored 55 of 25 balls and got tremendous support from Tristan Stubbs (54 in 32 balls). But the bowling of KKR set the tone of the match as they lost wickets quickly.
The Viral Post-Match Ceremony
The 58-year-old actor came on the pitch in Vizag to welcome players following KKR’s decisive victory. His exchange with the batter-wicket was the high point of his post-match etiquette. The Bollywood actor motioned for the Indian celebrity to stay seated as he rose to welcome him. During the post-match ceremony, we saw Shah Rukh Khan meeting Rishabh Pant with warm hugs and showering the player with kisses for trying his best to lead the team and chasing runs.
SRK gave Rishabh a standing ovation when he hit a six without looking. The head scratches and hugs, their exchanges on the field are now winning the internet. On social media, the moment went viral as admirers praised the actor for his actions.
Netizens Gush Over SRK and Rishabh Pant’s Adorable Moment
The way Shah Rukh Khan greeted Rishabh Pant, the captain of the competitor team of KKR, last night has been going viral. Everyone is gushing over the celebrations and also lauding the sportsmanship moment.