India leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal was recently spotted in a light-hearted yet encouraging moment during a net session with his IPL franchise, Punjab Kings (PBKS), as he continues his recovery following a recent health setback. The franchise shared a video on their official social media handles on Saturday, January 17, offering fans a glimpse of Chahal in high spirits, confidently wielding the bat and enjoying his time in the nets.

The clip instantly caught attention for its humour. Chahal, known for his sharp wit off the field, was heard referencing a viral meme before taking guard. “Krrish ka sunega? Krrish ka chhod ab Yuzi ka sun,” he joked, setting the tone for what followed. What came next was an unexpected batting exhibition from a player who often pokes fun at his own abilities with the willow.

Yuzi ka sunega kya? 😂😂

Le Betaaaa 🤣 pic.twitter.com/WQTMr4pWxv

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) January 17, 2026

Facing a string of deliveries, Chahal swung freely, middling the ball on multiple occasions. The background music—a remixed viral track—perfectly complemented the visuals, especially when the lyrics hit “le betaaa!” at the exact moment Chahal dispatched a full toss with authority. The blend of crisp bat sounds and playful music made the video an instant hit among fans.

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After completing his batting stint, Chahal added another comic touch by dropping to his haunches, resting the bat against his forehead with eyes closed, as if envisioning himself as a specialist batter. It was a classic Chahal moment—self-aware, humorous, and endearing.

The 34-year-old has long joked about his batting. During his time at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he once quipped to Virat Kohli in an AIB segment that he deserved a promotion up the order because of his “150 strike rate.” When Kohli questioned it, Chahal cheekily replied, “2 balls, 3 runs.”

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On a serious note, the video also signals positive progress in Chahal’s recovery. He was recently down with dengue and chikungunya, which limited his participation in domestic cricket for Haryana and ruled him out of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Retained by Punjab Kings for IPL 2026, Chahal remains a key figure in their plans. He claimed 16 wickets in 14 matches during PBKS’ impressive run to the final last season, and his upbeat presence in the nets will reassure fans as the new campaign approaches.