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Delhi Capitals Chairman Meets Rajasthan Royals Captain After Animated IPL Match Response
Delhi Capitals‘ chairman and co-owner, Parth Jindal, encountered Rajasthan Royals‘ captain, Sanju Samson, in a gracious exchange following an intense IPL match.
A viral video initially depicted Jindal’s excitable reaction during the DC vs RR match, in which he appeared to signal to Samson to exit the field, stating ‘Out hai’ (He’s out).
Contrastingly, a more recent video shared by the Delhi Capitals revealed a congenial interaction between Jindal, Samson, and RR owner, Manoj Badale, evidently settling any enthusiasm from the match.
Delhi Capitals shared this update in a post on X, highlighting Jindal’s catch-up with Samson and Badale after the thrilling match.
During the match, RR’s captain, Sanju Samson, seemed poised to guide his team to victory until a contentious decision in the 16th over called his dismissal into question.
Samson’s dismissal involved a catch by Shai Hope on the boundary line, triggering an investigation by the third umpire, Michael Gough.
Despite Gough’s out decision based on the catch, Samson remained unconvinced, highlighting a moment of tension in an otherwise competitive match.
During this point of dispute, Jindal was captured on camera gesturing and exclaiming to Samson that he was indeed out.
Samson, ultimately returning to the pavilion after a notable innings, was later penalized 30% of his match fee for ensuing contentious exchanges with the umpires.
The encounter between Jindal and Samson following the match met with mixed reactions from viewers, with some speculating it might be a public relations maneuver on behalf of the Delhi Capitals management.
However, the moment served to showcase a sportsmanship regard amidst the competitive spirit of IPL cricket.