Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Star Power Shines as Fan Invades Pitch to Touch His Feet
In a heartwarming display of admiration, a fan breached the field during the Duleep Trophy 2024 match between India C and India D to express his reverence for Ruturaj Gaikwad. The incident, reminiscent of a similar moment involving MS Dhoni in IPL 2023, highlights the growing popularity of the young Indian cricketer.
Gaikwad, leading India C, was caught off guard as the fan rushed onto the field and touched his feet. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper, known for his composure, remained calm and gently helped the fan up, shaking his hand.
This incident underscores Gaikwad’s rising star status in Indian cricket. The 27-year-old, a protégé of Dhoni at CSK, has quickly amassed a loyal fan base. His impressive performances, including a century in the recent Ranji Trophy, have earned him widespread recognition.
On the field, India D, led by Shreyas Iyer, held a 202-run lead at stumps on Day 2. Despite promising knocks from Devdutt Padikkal (56) and Iyer (54), India D were struggling at 206/8 in their second innings. India C, on the other hand, had been bowled out for 168 in their first innings, with Gaikwad contributing only five runs.
Gaikwad’s moment with the fan added a touch of drama to the intense contest. As the Duleep Trophy progresses, the spotlight remains on Gaikwad’s leadership and his ability to inspire his team to victory.
