IPL 2026 | Caught on cam: Fan's 'black magic' act during SRH vs CSK match; Shivam Dube falls next ball - Watch
A Sunrisers Hyderabad fan's alleged 'black magic' ritual involving a lemon coincided with Shivam Dube's dismissal, sparking debate online. SRH secured a 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings, with captain Ishan Kishan praising his young bowlers' execution despite feeling his team was short on runs. SRH next faces Delhi Capitals.
NEW DELHI: Is there something called black magic? Does black magic work? During the IPL 2026 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, a bizarre moment - described by fans as black magic - was caught on camera.
A Sunrisers Hyderabad supporter holding a lemon appeared to perform a ritual that seemingly worked in the team’s favour. The incident occurred in the 17th over of Chennai Super Kings’ innings, with Shivam Dube at the crease and CSK at 154/7 while chasing 194. With Dube known for turning games around, SRH were desperate for his wicket.
In a video that has gone viral, a fan in the stands is seen taking a lemon, rotating it a few times while muttering words, and then gesturing towards Dube, who was preparing to face a delivery from Sakib Hussain. Moments after the gesture, the left-hander was bowled. The entire stadium erupted in celebration.
How Dube got dismissed: Sakib Hussain to Shivam Dube - Bowled Sakib bowled a fast, full delivery at middle stump and Dube missed it completely. The ball came quickly off the pitch and hurried him as he tried to flick it. He was late on the shot, and the ball may have brushed his pad before hitting the stumps.