The candid reaction of an Australian cab driver after he inadvertently picked up three Indian cricketers has become the talk of the town on social media. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv JurelAnd Prasidh KrishnaFor a ride in Adelaide. Threesome, part of India’s touring team for the ongoing white ball series against AustraliaBooked an Uber to travel around the city between practice sessions. What happened next left the driver completely stunned and the internet overjoyed.
Australian cab driver’s priceless reaction after picking up Indian cricketers goes viral
The viral video, reportedly captured through the cab’s dashcam, shows the driver casually waiting for the passengers before entering the vehicle. His calm demeanor quickly turns to disbelief when he learns that his passengers are international cricket stars. Krishna is sitting in the front seat next to the driver while Jaiswal and Jurel are sitting in the rear seat. Although the driver tries to remain calm throughout the journey, his facial expressions clearly reveal his excitement and surprise at having top cricketers in his car.
This light-hearted moment came as a refreshing break for Indian fans amid the team’s struggle in the ODI series. It also highlights how global players often experience mundane interactions off the field, reminding fans that even elite athletes sometimes enjoy routine moments of anonymity before being recognized. Interestingly, all three players share a bond beyond the national team as they have played together Rajasthan Royals In Indian Premier LeagueAdding an extra touch of nostalgia for fans who enjoy their camaraderie in domestic cricket.
Here is the video:
Jasu, Jurel and the famous Uber ride in Adelaide 🇦🇺 pic.twitter.com/c3FuVP9PeN
– Wren (@vyomanaut02) 22 October 2025
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India’s challenges continue in Australia before the conclusion of the series
While the off-field moments brought smiles to the supporters’ faces, India’s on-field campaign has been far from ideal. The visitors have lost the first two ODIs of the three-match series, the final of which is scheduled to be played in Sydney on Saturday. The tour also marks the return of senior players Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma After a gap of seven months from international cricket. However, his return has not gone as planned. Kohli had to be out for zero twice in a row, while Rohit could score only 8 runs in the first game and played a patient inning of 73 runs in the second ODI.
Despite scoring 264/9 in the second match, India failed to defend the total as Australia chased down the target in 46.2 overs with two wickets remaining. led bowling unit Arshdeep Singh And Mohammad SirajManaged early successes but were unable to maintain pressure in the middle overs. Fielding errors further weakened India’s defence, allowing key Australian partnerships to flourish.
captain Shubman Gill The latter admitted that missed chances cost India dearly, showing how the team needs sharp execution in crucial moments. He noted that the conditions in Adelaide offered some early variation before leveling out, but India could not capitalize on their opportunities. Having already lost the series, the final ODI in Sydney will be a test of India’s resolve as they aim to finish on a positive note and carry the momentum into the upcoming T20 leg of the tour.
Meanwhile, the viral Adelaide Cabs video is trending across platforms, offering fans a lighter side of the game in contrast to the team’s recent failures. The Australian driver’s priceless reaction has become one of the most shared cricket clips of the week, blending star power, spontaneity and humor into a perfect off-field moment.
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