A lighthearted moment between former Indian cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Gautam Gambhir during the 2nd T20I match between India and South Africa has captured the attention of fans, with a picture of the exchange quickly going viral. The match, which took place on December 11, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, saw South Africa defeat India by 5 wickets via the D/L method.
The viral image seemingly captures a candid interaction between Singh and Gambhir, known for their contrasting personalities on and off the field. While details of their exchange are scarce, the picture suggests a humorous moment, sparking widespread interest and amusement among cricket enthusiasts.
Notably, before the start of the match, a stand was inaugurated at the Mullanpur stadium in honor of Yuvraj Singh. This event added a special touch to the occasion, celebrating Singh's contributions to Indian cricket.
Singh and Gambhir shared a long and successful journey together in the Indian team, playing pivotal roles in India's triumphs in the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup. Despite Gambhir's serious demeanor, Yuvraj has often been seen playfully teasing him.
This isn't the first time Yuvraj Singh has playfully poked fun at Gautam Gambhir. Back in 2020, Yuvraj responded to a stern-faced picture Gambhir posted with the caption, "Social distancing since 2003," by quipping, "The only smile here is the emoji!".
The India vs South Africa T20I series 2025 includes 3 matches, and the 1st T20I was abandoned due to rain in Durban. South Africa won the second match by 5 wickets via the D/L method. The third T20I is scheduled to take place in Johannesburg on December 14.
The T20I series is part of South Africa's tour of India in November and December 2025, which includes two Test matches, three One Day International (ODI) matches, and five Twenty20 International (T20I) matches.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the squad, led by Surya Kumar Yadav, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. The squad includes players such as N Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, and Hardik Pandya. The South African squad is led by Aiden Markram.
