The Test cricket rivalry between Australia and India has reached fever pitch as the two cricketing powerhouses locked horns in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25. The third Test, marked by its thrilling moments, concluded in a draw due to weather interruptions on the final day, leaving fans and experts debating the “what ifs” and “buts” of the match.
Among the lively discussions was a moment of lighthearted hilarity led by Ravi Shastri, the former India cricketer and iconic commentator known for his sharp wit and unfiltered humour. The discussion took an amusing turn when former Australian players Brendon Julian and Kerry O’Keeffe, popularly known as “Skull,” revisited the now-famous “ice cream fan” incident that occurred during a Test match between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru.
The incident, a blend of humour and candid commentary gained traction when Shastri’s reaction to a fan indulging in an ice cream under the sweltering sun went viral. Adding a new twist to the hilarity, Australian twins and popular content creators, Shepmates, reenacted the moment with lip-sync antics on social media, syncing perfectly with Shastri’s commentary.
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In the post-match discussion, the clip of the incident was replayed, prompting Ravi Shastri to delve into his treasure trove of humour. Seizing the moment, he recalled the scene with his characteristic flair, dubbing the ice cream fan a “big unit” and quipping that the fan would likely need “three chairs” to sit comfortably. His storytelling left Julian and Skull in splits, further cementing Shastri’s reputation for turning mundane moments into unforgettable entertainment.
“This was in Bangalore,” Ravi Shastri began, setting the stage. “He is a big unit, you know. He could take three chairs sitting. It was hot, and he was tucking in,” he added, sending his co-commentators and fans into fits of laughter.
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For those unfamiliar, the original incident unfolded during the India-New Zealand Test at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Amid a mid-over break, the camera panned to a young fan quietly savouring an ice cream cone while attempting to hide it under the blazing sun. Ravi Shastri, teaming up with the legendary Sunil Gavaskar in the commentary box, turned the moment into a comic masterpiece.
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“It’s hot, you need that ice cream. But someone is hiding behind. He’s a big unit. Where is the ice cream boy?” Ravi Shastri quipped, with Gavaskar suggesting that the boy might have been hiding the ice cream due to family instructions. Shastri, unfazed, responded with, “Oh! There he goes. Out comes that cone. The ice cream disappeared, and it’s only the cone left. He’s tucking into it pretty quickly!”
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— Karthik (@KarthikOnX) October 18, 2024
Amid the humor, the cricket on display was equally gripping. India’s first innings collapse for 46 runs in that Bengaluru Test was overshadowed by a remarkable comeback fueled by Sarfaraz Khan’s gritty 150. As the current series remains tied at 1-1 after Brisbane, anticipation builds for the iconic Boxing Day Test in Melbourne on December 26, a showdown that promises more drama, both on and off the field.
