Akash Singh’s celebration (Photo: X)
Akash Singh made an unforgettable debut for Lucknow Supergiants in IPL 2026, not just because of his crucial wickets against him. Chennai Super Kings But because of a unique celebration that quickly went viral during Friday’s clash at the Akana Stadium.The left-arm pacer struck twice inside the powerplay, dismissing CSK skipper Rutoraj Gaekwad and opener Sanju Samson, before celebrating by pulling out a folded paper chit with a self-written message.The celebration quickly gained attention on social media and television broadcasts, but not everyone was impressed, especially former CSK batsman Ambati Rayudu.Akash Singh’s celebration is stealing the spotlight.Playing his first match of the season, Akash made an immediate impact in his second over. He removed Gaikwad for 13 off 9 balls when the CSK skipper mistimed the pull shot straight to Nicholas Pooran.Moments after the dismissal, Akash reached into his pocket, opened a small chit and showed it to the crowd and the cameras. The message read:“Aoky on fire – Akash knows how to take a wicket in a T20 game.”The celebration quickly became one of the biggest talking points of the match.Akash struck again in the sixth over when Samson, who had started cautiously, bowled straight to Mukul Chaudhary in the deep. The fast bowler took the same chit once again while celebrating with his teammates. The double blow reduced CSK from 31 to 36/2 without loss, handing the momentum firmly to Lucknow.
Rayudu termed the celebration as rubbish
The celebration quickly became a major talking point online, and former CSK batsman Ambati Rayudu couldn’t resist joining in on the fun during ESPNcricinfo’s Time Out show.Instead of harsh criticism, Rayudu found humor in the celebration and jokingly suggested that such “cheats” should not be allowed on the field.“I just think it’s a manifestation of that. It might not sit well with a lot of people, but it’s kind of funny and a little bit trashy,” Rideau said.“I think they should ban these kinds of mats, absolute nonsense. I mean, I don’t think you should bring mats into the exam hall,” he added.
