'Final Game You Perform What Happening?': Romario Shepherd Recreates Viral Meme With RCB Coach Ahead Of IPL 2025 Clash Vs SRH; Video

In a delightful moment that showcased the camaraderie within the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) camp, all-rounder Romario Shepherd brought smiles to his teammates by recreating a popular meme during a team event. The light-hearted incident occurred during a pickleball tournament organized by RCB, which served as an indoor training alternative due to inclement weather.

The meme in question originated from a 2023 Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) interview, where a reporter's question to players Moeen Ali, Sunil Narine, and Andre Russell—"Coach, final game you perform, what happening?"—became an internet sensation due to its humorous phrasing and the players' puzzled reactions. This clip has since been widely circulated and parodied across various platforms.

During the RCB event, the team comprising head coach Andy Flower and batting mentor Dinesh Karthik's wife, Dipika Pallikal, emerged victorious in the pickleball tournament. Seizing the moment, Shepherd approached Coach Flower and humorously posed the iconic question from the meme, eliciting laughter from those present. The playful exchange was captured on video and shared on social media, quickly resonating with fans and adding a touch of levity ahead of RCB's upcoming match.

RCB is set to face the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on May 23 in their next match of the IPL 2025 season. Originally scheduled to be held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the match has been relocated to Lucknow's Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium due to persistent rain in Bengaluru, which had already led to the abandonment of RCB's previous home game against the Kolkata Knight Riders.

'I Am Taking It Personally...': Jitesh Sharma Gets Candid About His Cricketing Journey Ahead Of RCB Vs SRH IPL 2025 Match; Video

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma recently opened up about the emotional weight he's carrying this IPL season—an unusual admission in a sport where players are often trained to mask their feelings. His words have struck a chord with fans and offered a rare glimpse into the personal side of professional cricket.

"This year, I am playing with emotions. We know that there is winning and losing & we are mentally ready, we don't let it hurt. But this time, I am taking it personally for RCB," Jitesh said, reflecting on how this season has meant something more than just performance or points.

The turning point came during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), a key domestic T20 tournament in India. Despite the presence of numerous star players, it was Jitesh who became the center of unexpected attention from the crowd.

"When I was playing SMAT, there were a lot of big players there, no one shouted for them, but when I came to bat or anything, fans shouted 'Jitesh, RCB, RCB,' and at that moment it hit me."

Now a proud member of RCB, Jitesh feels a sense of responsibility and ownership like never before. It’s not just about scoring runs or effecting stumpings—it’s about living up to the expectations of the very fans who once shouted his name before he wore the RCB jersey.