The Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans IPL 2025 match saw an unusual yet interesting moment that stormed social media. During a high-stakes chase, Punjab Kings’ big-hitter Liam Livingstone, who is playing for RCB this year, had a surprise slip-up, literally, as his bat went flying out of his hands during the course of a shot and spun a few feet above the ground.
The accident occurred towards the 9th over of RCB’s batting, where Livingstone attempted a strong heave towards mid-wicket. But due to a combination of sweated grip and mistimed sweep, the bat slipped out of his hand and flew towards square leg, causing an on-the-spot break in the match and a grin from players and spectators alike.
Though the moment didn’t affect the result of the match, RCB ultimately came up short against GT. It soon became the most shared moment from the match. Memes swamped the internet, as fans joked that Livingstone’s bat “wanted to finish the chase on its own.”
While funny, the incident sparked limited concerns over equipment safety and grip control, particularly in humid weather. Still, it created an unforgettable flair to an otherwise ferocious meeting and reminded us all why the IPL is cricket’s most exciting spectacle.
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