Team India pacer Arshdeep Singh turned heads during the third and final ODI against New Zealand, but not for his performance on the field. The left-arm fast bowler reacted angrily to a fan who made inappropriate comments, with the moment quickly going viral on social media platforms.
India lost the third ODI to New Zealand by 41 runs at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on Sunday, January 18, despite Virat Kohli scoring a brilliant century. The defeat handed New Zealand a 2-1 victory in the three-match match. After the ODI series, India will play a five-match T20I series against the Kiwis.
“Chup kar, Bs*k”: Arshdeep Singh angrily reacts to inappropriate comments from fans
In a viral video circulating on social media, Arshdeep Singh is seen near the boundary line during the match. Arshdeep Singh was seen drinking water and talking to members of the Indian support staff when a fan from the stands made inappropriate and personal comments to him.
Arshdeep initially remained calm but later turned to the crowd and reacted angrily. Although the audio is unclear, the footage shows him verbally abusing the fan.
His response shows that the comments went over the line. The incident was caught on camera and has since spread widely across social media platforms.
LOOK | Arshdeep Singh hits back at fan for inappropriate comments during India vs New Zealand final. pic.twitter.com/YleZrNkSIS
— The Tatva (@thetatvaindia) January 18, 2026
Mixed reactions online as silence continues from BCCI and match officials
The incident has sparked mixed reactions online. Several users pointed out that players are human and often face heavy mental pressure, especially when exposed to insulting comments from the public. Others felt that international cricketers are expected to show restraint despite provocations.
No official response has been received from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) or the match officials. It also remains unclear whether action has been taken against the spectator involved.
One of the users shared the video and said, “A fan crossed the border. During the India vs New Zealand match, while Arshdeep Singh was patrolling the border, someone kept shouting something inappropriate from the stands. However, Arshdeep did not remain silent. He fired back with a sharp response. Check it out for yourself.”
India suffer their first Home ODI Series defeat against New Zealand since 1988
India’s 2-1 loss in the ODI series against New Zealand was a rare moment at home. It was the first time since 1988 that India had lost an ODI series to New Zealand in India. The visitors registered their first ODI series win on Indian soil after failing in seven previous attempts.
The loss ended another strong run for India on home field. It was their first home ODI defeat after winning the toss since October 2022, breaking a streak of 13 consecutive wins in such matches.
India had taken an early lead with a four-wicket win in Vadodara. New Zealand then responded with back-to-back wins to clinch the series. They recorded victories despite fielding a relatively inexperienced squad and missing several key players.
#Chup #kar #Bsk #Arshdeep #Singh #caught #abusing #fan #disrespectful #taunts #IND #3rd #ODI