• Sara Tendulkar was spotted cheering for Team India in the third T20I against Australia in Hobart.

  • India eventually defeated the Aussies by five wickets to square the series 1-1.

Fans react after spotting Sara Tendulkar in Hobart during AUS vs IND 3rd T20I
Sara Tendulkar spotted cheering for India in the Hobart T20I (Image Source: X)

The third T20 International between Australia and India in Hobart wasn’t just a contest on the pitch; it became a viral spectacle off it, thanks to the presence of Sara Tendulkar, daughter of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Her appearance in the stands, supporting the Indian team, immediately became a major talking point among fans and on social media platforms.

Sara Tendulkar’s presence in Bellerive Oval goes viral

The buzz intensified when the television cameras panned towards the stands, capturing Sara cheering on the Men in Blue. This happened at a crucial juncture during India’s chase, while rising star and T20I vice-captain Shubman Gill was batting.

The broadcast captured a specific moment where Gill dispatched Australian pacer Nathan Ellis for a crisp boundary. The footage showed Sara reacting with visible delight and energy, which quickly went viral as fans noted her engaging support for the team.

The ‘Cameraman Jinx’ theory rises after Shubman Gill’s dismissal

However, the excitement was short-lived for Indian supporters. On the very next delivery after Sara’s cheerful reaction was televised, Gill was trapped LBW by Ellis after scoring a brief 15 runs off 12 balls. He opted for a review, but the ball-tracking showed the ball hitting the stumps, confirming his dismissal.

This swift turn of events led to an explosion of humorous reactions online. Netizens were quick to coin the term “Cameraman Jinx”, jokingly suggesting that the focus on Sara Tendulkar had somehow jinxed Gill’s innings.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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India complete a record chase to beat Australia in Hobart

The sensational off-field drama eventually gave way to a thrilling finish, with the focus returning to the stellar performance of the Indian batting line-up. Chasing Australia’s imposing total of 186/6, built on powerful half-centuries from Tim David (74) and Marcus Stoinis (64), the Indian middle order stepped up decisively. Despite losing a couple of early wickets, the chase was anchored by valuable contributions, including a crucial 29 from the dependable Tilak Varma.

The true hero of the night, however, proved to be Washington Sundar, who delivered a sensational, match-winning knock of 49, steering the team expertly toward the finish line. India ultimately surpassed the target with 188/5 in just 18.3 overs, securing a dominant five-wicket win and highest successful run-chase at this venue. This victory not only capped off a memorable evening in Hobart but also ensured the five-match series is now perfectly poised at 1-1, setting up a tantalizing contest for the two remaining games.

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