{
  "id": 13865858,
  "title": "Australian cricketer Sam Konstas recreates CM Vijay's iconic pose in Puducherry",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/australian-cricketer-sam-konstas-recreates-cm-vijays-iconic-pose-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T03:39:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/australian-cricketer-sam-konstas-recreates-cm-vijays-iconic-pose-in-puducherry-1.500706963"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Australian cricketer Sam Konstas has captivated Indian fans by recreating Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay's iconic hand gesture during a recent match in Puducherry. The 21-year-old, fielding near the boundary, obliged the crowd's request to perform Vijay's signature move, delighting spectators and earning a viral moment on social media. Amidst the excitement, Konstas showcased his batting prowess as well, scoring 67 runs from 88 deliveries, including seven fours and a six, while also contributing to a crucial 101-run partnership with Josh Philippe. Australia A emerged victorious in the unofficial ODI, posting 275 and dismissing India A for 206, securing a 69-run win and a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.",
  "summary": "Australian cricketer Sam Konstas has caught the attention of Indian fans, and this time it is not just because of his batting. The 21 year old recreated Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay's famous hand gesture during Australia A's match against India A in Puducherry on Friday, October 9. Konstas was fielding near the boundary when a section of the crowd reportedly asked him to perform Vijay's…",
  "key_points": [
    "Sam Konstas recreates Thalapathy Vijay's iconic hand gesture.",
    "21-year-old batsman scores 67 runs in ODI match.",
    "Australia A wins series 2-0 against India A."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}