Sunrisers Hyderabad’s fiery opener Ishan Kishan lit up the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium with a sensational 102 off just 46 balls*, not only marking his maiden IPL century but also energizing the crowd and his teammates. But it was a particular moment during the celebration that caught fans’ attention — Kishan was seen blowing flying kisses after reaching his milestone.
While some fans on social media speculated whether the gesture was aimed at someone specific, others saw it as a general expression of joy and gratitude to the roaring Hyderabad crowd and team dugout. SRH co-owner Kavya Maran, who has become a fan-favorite for her passionate match presence, was also seen clapping and smiling during Kishan’s explosive knock — leading to some playful interpretations online.
A fan post with side-by-side images of Ishan’s flying kiss and Kavya’s reaction quickly went viral, adding a dose of fun to an already electrifying match atmosphere. However, there’s no confirmation that the gesture was directed at anyone in particular.
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Did just Ishan Kishan gave flying kiss to Kavya Maran?? 👀 pic.twitter.com/2F0Dv5JkmW
— Bruce Wayne (@_Bruce__007) March 23, 2025
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Kishan’s celebration reflected the energy and dominance SRH brought to the field, finishing with a massive total of 282/6 — the second-highest total in IPL history. With the crowd behind them and the owners cheering from the stands, SRH had plenty of reasons to celebrate.
