Cricket Fever Halts Wedding Procession as Groom and Guests Prioritize IPL Match

IPL Fever Grips Wedding Celebrations as Groom and Guests Prioritize Cricket

In an unprecedented display of cricket fandom, a wedding procession in New Delhi was put on hold as the groom and guests became engrossed in the thrilling Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Saturday.

The match, a must-win for RCB to secure a playoff berth, was projected onto a screen adjacent to the bride and groom's centrestage. The groom, visibly distracted by the on-field action, joined the guests in chanting "RCB, RCB" throughout the celebrations.

The video of the unusual wedding scene went viral on social media, showcasing the immense popularity of the IPL. RCB's victory, a 27-run triumph over defending champions CSK, marked their sixth consecutive win and secured their place in the playoffs for the ninth time in 15 seasons.

RCB's solid batting performance, led by a half-century from Rachin Ravindra, set the stage for their victory. CSK's hopes of a comeback were dashed by Yash Dayal's composure in the final over, which sealed the win for RCB.

The IPL's captivating matches and star-studded teams have made it a national obsession, with fans across the country eagerly following the tournament. The wedding procession incident highlights the extent to which the IPL has permeated Indian culture, even interrupting the most important of occasions.

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