Kyle Jamieson Makes IPL History with Controversial Wicket Celebration
Kyle Jamieson Scripts History, Becomes The First Bowler In IPL History To...
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In a recent IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals, New Zealand cricketer Kyle Jamieson became the first bowler to achieve a historic milestone while igniting a debate over sportsmanship. His animated celebration after dismissing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sparked mixed reactions on social media regarding the appropriateness of his actions.
- 01Kyle Jamieson became the first bowler in IPL history to achieve a significant milestone.
- 02His celebration after dismissing 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi drew criticism for being overly aggressive.
- 03Sooryavanshi has been a standout performer in IPL 2026, scoring 404 runs in 10 innings.
- 04The match ended with Delhi Capitals achieving their highest successful run chase in IPL history.
- 05The incident sparked a broader discussion about age dynamics and emotional expression in competitive sports.
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In a thrilling encounter during IPL 2026, Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand cricketer) made history by becoming the first bowler to achieve a notable milestone while playing for Delhi Capitals (DC) against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, India. Jamieson dismissed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with an impressive inswinging yorker, igniting a heated debate over his aggressive celebration directed at the young batter. Critics, including cricketer Priyank Panchal, questioned the appropriateness of a 31-year-old celebrating so vigorously against a teenager, while others defended Jamieson, arguing that emotions are part of competitive sports. Despite the controversy, Sooryavanshi has been a key player for RR, scoring 404 runs in 10 innings and becoming the fastest batter to reach 400 runs in IPL history. The match concluded with Delhi Capitals successfully chasing down a target of 225 runs, marking their highest successful run chase in IPL history.
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The incident highlights the ongoing discussions about sportsmanship and the treatment of young players in competitive sports, potentially influencing how players celebrate achievements in the future.
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