How Delhi spinner’s ‘6-7’ celebration travelled to English county cricket
Summary
A young Delhi spinner’s ‘6-7’ wicket celebration went viral during the Women’s Delhi Premier League and was later recreated by Yuzvendra Chahal in England’s County Championship. Medhavi Bidhuri’s gesture has turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the tournament.
Key Points
- Medhavi Bidhuri, a 20-year-old leg-spinner from Delhi, went viral for her ‘6-7’ wicket celebration in the Women’s Delhi Premier League 2026.
- Yuzvendra Chahal recreated the same gesture while playing for Northamptonshire in the County Championship against Lancashire in England.
- Bidhuri said her younger sister inspired her to adopt jersey number 67 and use it as her signature celebration.
- Despite the viral attention, Bidhuri has already built a strong domestic cricket record, including key performances for Delhi and in the 2025 Delhi Premier League final.
