VIDEO | Arshdeep Singh in controversy again, Tilak Verman says - 'O Andhere', then gets a reply with the bat
Jaydeep Patel
May 14, 2026
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Arshdeep Singh Tilak Varma Controversy: Before the match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians, a video has gone viral on social media, causing a huge controversy. After a comment made by Punjab bowler Arshdeep Singh on Mumbai batsman Tilak Verma, there was heat on the field.
What was the whole controversy?
In a video surfaced on social media, Tilak Verma was going somewhere when Arshdeep Singh stopped him. Arshdeep called Tilak to him saying 'Oy andhere' and further jokingly asked, 'Didn't he put sunscreen on?' However, Tilak Verma did not react at that time, but he took revenge for this remark in a unique way by entering the field.
Tilak's storm on the field and unique celebration
In the match against Punjab, Tilak Verma played an aggressive innings of 75 runs off just 33 balls, which included 6 fours and 6 sixes. After winning the match, Tilak raised his T-shirt and pointed at Arshdeep Singh, which seemed to be a direct response to Arshdeep's 'dark' comment.
Mumbai win by 6 wickets
Batting first, Punjab Kings scored 200 runs for 8 wickets with the help of Prabhasimran Singh's 57 runs. Shardul Thakur took 4 wickets from Mumbai.
Mumbai Indians in reply
Tilak Verma: 75 runs (33 balls)
Will Jacks: 25* runs (10 balls)
Result: Mumbai achieved the target in 19.5 overs and won by 6 wickets.
Punjab's playoff hopes in the dark
With this loss, this is Punjab Kings' fifth consecutive loss. Tilak Verma's innings has dashed Punjab's hopes of reaching the playoffs. Currently, Punjab is at the fourth position with 13 points from 12 matches, while Mumbai is at the ninth position with 8 points.
FAQ
1. What did Arshdeep Singh say to Tilak Verma? Arshdeep called Tilak Varma 'Oi Andhere' and joked about not wearing sunscreen.
2. How did Tilak Varma respond to this comment? Tilak responded by coming on the field and scoring 75 off just 33 balls against Punjab and celebrating the victory in a unique way.
3. What was the result of the match between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings? Mumbai Indians won by 6 wickets. Against Punjab's score of 200 runs, Mumbai achieved the target in 19.5 overs.
4. What is the current position of both the teams in the points table? Punjab Kings are fourth with 13 points, while Mumbai Indians are ninth with 8 points.