The IPL playoffs are always a heated battle, not just on the field but also on social media. This year, Chennai Super Kings pacer Tushar Deshpande took a playful jab at the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after their Eliminator loss on May 22nd, 2024.

Tushar Deshpande’s post featured a picture of Bengaluru Cantonment railway station with the caption “Bengaluru Cant.” The wordplay, replacing “can’t” with “Cant,” was a cheeky reference to RCB’s repeated failure to win the IPL trophy. The post quickly went viral, sparking a firestorm of reactions from fans.

Fans Divided: Some Amused, Others Outraged

Tushar Deshpande’s post resonated with CSK fans, who reveled in their team’s victory and RCB’s disappointment. Social media was flooded with memes and comments celebrating Deshpande’s playful taunt. “#BengaluruCant” became a trending topic, with CSK fans using it to express their dominance.

While some RCB fans saw the humor in Deshpande’s post, many felt it was disrespectful. They took to social media to express their displeasure, calling it “unsportsmanlike conduct” and “a low blow.” Some even directed their anger towards Deshpande himself.

Perhaps sensing the backlash, Deshpande deleted the post soon after. While the internet never forgets, the short-lived post added some extra spice to the already intense IPL rivalry.