Former India stumper-batter Dinesh Karthik sparked laughter during the England–India Test series by revealing Cheteshwar Pujara’s uncanny lookalike. On July 18, Karthik shared a playful video featuring both men, prompting hearty laughter and delighted reactions from fans. In the Instagram clip, Karthik introduced Pujara before unveiling Alex Noble, a BBC Sport journalist, describing him as Pujara’s “proper doppelganger.”
He joked: “This is Cheteshwar Pujara…and a man who’s into broadcasting recently… this is Alex Noble.” Both Pujara and Noble laughed off the comparison when the camera panned to them together, and viewers were equally amused by the resemblance.
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The moment went viral across social media, with fans praising Karthik’s tongue-in-cheek discovery and Noble’s convincing on-screen presence. Dinesh Karthik, currently part of the commentary lineup, has brought this light-hearted touch to an otherwise intense Test series. His playful vindication not only showcased his personality off the field but also offered a fun break for fans during the high-stakes Ashes-style contest.
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Alex Noble, notable for his BBC Sport coverage, even wound up trending for a brief spell—his resemblance to Pujara too good to ignore. Meanwhile, Pujara himself quietly enjoyed the moment, demonstrating how moments of humour can cut through the tension of Test cricket.
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With England leading 2–1 and the fourth Test at Manchester looming on July 23, Karthik’s light-hearted segment reminds us that off-field camaraderie remains a key component of this sport. The video’s popularity points to one thing: whether batting at the crease or chatting in the commentary box, cricket remains at its best when joy and humanity shine through.
