An entertaining, low-scoring encounter in the 32nd match of the indian premier league 2026 Became a Viral Spectacle, Thank You Ravindra JadejaCheeky celebration on the field. As Rajasthan Royals set aside the past Lucknow Super Giants At the Ekana Stadium, it was not just the result but Jadeja’s “in my pocket” gesture after getting out Nicholas Pooran Which captured the imagination of fans.
Ravindra Jadeja’s viral ‘pocket celebration’ lights up Ekana
The competition turned out to be a tense, slow-paced affair on a tricky surface that required patience and accuracy. Chasing a modest target of 160, Lucknow looked to their destructive middle-order batsman Pooran to change gears. However, Jadeja had other plans.
In the 10th over, Pooran tried to break free by catching Jadeja, but made a mistake in bowling the ball slower. The ball went towards long-off, where the catch was held safely, ending Pooran’s stand and effectively hampering LSG’s chase.
What happened next immediately went viral. Jadeja, known for his iconic sword celebration, introduced a new gesture – pointing towards Pooran and then patting his trouser pocket, indicating that the batsman was “in his pocket”. This moment added a psychological edge to the contest and soon became one of the standout highlights of IPL 2026.
Here is the video:
Rockstar player, rockstar performance 🎸🔥@imjadeja Rajasthan Royals deliver an all-round masterclass to win their first player of the match award #TATAIPL. 🩷#TATAIPL #LSGVRRR pic.twitter.com/EeQtxbuTl3
– Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) 22 April 2026
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Jadeja’s complete all-round performance
Theatrics aside, Jadeja produced a performance that underlined his importance as a complete all-rounder. Running through a difficult phase in the first innings, he propelled Rajasthan’s innings with an unbeaten 43 off 29 balls, ensuring his team reached a competitive total of 159 on a challenging pitch.
His spell with the ball proved decisive. Pooran’s wicket not only broke the crucial 43-run partnership but also shifted the momentum firmly in Rajasthan’s favour. After this, Lucknow struggled to recover and ultimately fell far short of the target. Jadeja’s impact on both fronts earned him the Player of the Match award, confirming his reputation as one of the most reliable match-winners in the league.
The win was crucial for Rajasthan Royals, breaking a two-match losing streak and taking them to second place on the points table. Their bowlers executed plans to perfection on a surface that had grip and variable bounce, making stroke play difficult.
This defeat is a worrying fourth consecutive defeat for Lucknow Super Giants, due to which they have slipped to ninth position. Despite a promising start to the season, his campaign now appears to be slipping, with inconsistency with the bat and inability to handle pressure situations proving costly.
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