Indian cricketer, Yuzvendra Chahal injected a dose of humour into the IPL 2024 season by playfully urging Tesla chief Elon Musk to enforce copyright protection after fellow player Harshal Patel mimicked his signature celebration. During a recent match between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings, Harshal’s catch dismissed Sameer Rizvi, prompting him to humorously replicate Chahal’s iconic pose in jest.

In response to Harshal’s antics, Chahal took to social media, addressing Musk with a tongue-in-cheek request to protect his unique celebration style from imitation. Sharing his request on X (formerly Twitter), Chahal’s witty appeal for copyright protection added a light-hearted touch to the IPL proceedings, showcasing the camaraderie and banter among players.

Dear @elonmusk paaji, Harshal bhai pe copyright lagana hai 😂🤣 pic.twitter.com/CUAeZd6uNa

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) May 1, 2024

Turning to the match itself, Harshal Patel’s pivotal catch contributed to Punjab Kings securing their fourth victory of the season, defeating Chennai Super Kings on their home ground. The game saw Ruturaj Gaikwad’s commendable innings, with the CSK skipper scoring a resilient 62 runs off 48 balls.

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Ruturaj Gaikwad’s performance not only propelled his team’s batting effort but also surpassed Virat Kohli in the race for the Orange Cap, a testament to his stellar form. In the second innings, Punjab Kings successfully chased down a target of 162 runs, with Jonny Bairstow and Rilee Rossouw delivering notable performances, each contributing over 40 runs.

Their partnership ensured Punjab Kings clinched a comfortable seven-wicket victory at Chepauk. Meanwhile, Yuzvendra Chahal has been a standout performer for the Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing IPL season, claiming 13 wickets in nine matches. His consistent form has been instrumental in the team’s success, as they have secured eight wins out of nine games, with just one loss.

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Yuzvendra Chahal’s impressive performance has also earned him a spot in India’s T20 World Cup squad, dispelling earlier doubts about his selection. With a spin-heavy bowling unit complemented by a formidable pace attack, Team India is poised for a strong showing in the upcoming tournament.