India, April 30 -- A viral video featuring Delhi Capitals' (DC) spinner Kuldeep Yadav slapping Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Rinku Singh twice after their IPL 2025 clash has sparked major backlash online. The incident took place moments after the match at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, where the home side suffered a 14-run defeat-its second consecutive loss on home turf.

In the clip which has gone viral, Kuldeep, Rinku, and a few other players are seen standing together and conversing after the game. Without any warning, Kuldeep slaps Rinku on the cheek. Rinku appears visibly surprised and slightly embarrassed by the act. Moments later, Kuldeep slaps him again, prompting an immediate reaction from Rinku, who then seems to ...