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KKR Labels Kuldeep Yadav and Rinku Singh Slapping Incident as 'Friendly Banter'

Following viral footage of Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh twice after an IPL match, KKR issued a video emphasizing their camaraderie, leaving the context of the incident unresolved.

A clip of Kuldeep Yadav slapping Rinku Singh has gone viral online
Kuldeep Yadav slapped Rinku Singh twice after DC vs KKR
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Rinku Singh and Kuldeep Yadav

Overview

  • Kuldeep Yadav was seen slapping Rinku Singh twice during post-match interactions after KKR's 14-run victory over DC, sparking widespread social media reactions.
  • The video, which lacks audio, shows Rinku initially appearing surprised and later uncomfortable, fueling speculation about the intent behind the act.
  • Fans expressed mixed reactions online, with some calling for disciplinary action from the BCCI and others defending the incident as playful banter.
  • Kolkata Knight Riders responded with a social media post featuring a video highlighting Kuldeep and Rinku's long-standing friendship and shared history in domestic and IPL cricket.
  • No official action or statement has been issued by the BCCI or the franchises, leaving the matter unresolved as debates over sportsmanship and accountability continue.