Jitesh Sharma’s heartfelt gesture after the India vs South Africa 2nd T20I in New Chandigarh has become one of the most talked-about moments from the match. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter was seen touching the feet of Indian women’s cricketer Harleen Deol, a moment that instantly went viral and drew widespread appreciation across social media platforms.

The match on December 11 saw India suffer a 51-run defeat as the hosts struggled to chase down South Africa’s imposing total. India opted to bowl first, but frontline pacers Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah proved expensive and went wicketless, allowing the visitors to post a strong score.

Quinton de Kock led the charge with a superb 90 off 46 balls, striking five fours and seven sixes. Late acceleration from Donovan Ferreira and David Miller powered South Africa to 213/4.

In response, India faltered with the bat and were bundled out for 162, levelling the five-match series at 1-1. Jitesh Sharma contributed a brisk 27 off 17 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes, but his cameo was overshadowed by the team’s collapse.

However, after the match, Sharma’s humility stood out. He approached Harleen Deol—who was present at the venue—and touched her feet as a mark of respect. Deol, a member of India’s Women’s World Cup-winning squad and a dynamic top-order batter, acknowledged the gesture with a smile.

The clip of the moment quickly spread online, with fans praising Jitesh for honouring a fellow Indian cricketer and celebrating the achievements of the women’s team.

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