Mumbai: Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal’s past relationship has been a hot topic on social media for months, and just when the chatter seemed to slow down, a fresh twist has reignited public interest. This time, it is Smriti’s mother who has caught the attention of reposting a meme that seemed to make fun of her daughter and her former lover. The post spread like a wildfire and left the fans amused yet wondering.
The event occurred on February 6, a day following Royal Challenger Bengaluru winning the second match in Women premier league 2026, under Smriti Mandhana’s captaincy. The cricketer delivered a powerful performance against the Delhi Capitals in the final, scoring a stunning 87 runs off just 41 balls and leading her team to a memorable win. As celebrations poured in, an unexpected social media moment added an extra layer of drama.
Meme Reshare Sparks Buzz Online
Smriti Mandhana’s mother took to her Instagram to reshare a meme that caught the attention of fans almost instantly. The meme was based on Smriti’s fiery performance against the Delhi Capitals and featured a playful caption asking how she saw her opponents during the match. In the image, Smriti and her team were targeting the opponents, with a twist. The image on the faces of the players of the Delhi Capitals has been changed with the face of Palash Muchhal making the joke quite obvious.
The meme included crying and devil emojis, adding to its cheeky tone. The reshare did not take long to be observed by the fans and as such, they started sharing the screenshots on social media. The post was seen as funny to many and was seen as a slight insult to Palash, particularly in the light of the history between the two.
Soon after the repost gained traction, it was taken down. Neither Smriti Mandhana nor her family has issued any official statement about the incident so far. Nevertheless, even the momentary exposure of the meme made the social media buzz, and the fans responded by laughing, supporting, and making funny remarks.
Background of the Breakup
Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal were reportedly in a relationship for nearly five years and were even planning to tie the knot in a traditional Indian wedding in November 2025. The wedding was however canceled and their breakup was soon a subject of much speculation. Infidelity and other personal matters were heard through rumours but none of the parties came out publicly to state exactly what led to their break-up.
Since then, both have maintained a dignified silence, focusing on their respective careers. Smriti has continued to shine on the cricket field, while Palash remains active in the music industry. The recent meme incident, however, has once again brought their past into the spotlight.
As Smriti Mandhana continues to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru to success, her fans seem thrilled to see her happy and thriving. The viral meme moment was merely a sprinkling of light-hearted drama to an already action-packed week and it is once again how sports, celebrity lives, and social media often come together in unforeseen ways.
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