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Rishabh Pant's Century Celebration Sparks Curiosity About Anushka Sharma's Companion

In a recent IPL match, Rishabh Pant's century celebration drew attention, particularly the reaction of Anushka Sharma's companion, Malavika Nayak, who was seen muttering 'Stupid'. This incident has sparked curiosity about her identity and background. Malavika, a seasoned business professional, has been frequently spotted with Anushka at matches. Meanwhile, RCB achieved a record chase against LSG, with Jitesh Sharma leading the charge. Read on to learn more about this intriguing moment and the match highlights.
By Narendra Chaudhary May 28, 2025, 12:45 IST

Rishabh Pant's Remarkable Century and Anushka Sharma's Reaction

In a thrilling match yesterday, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced off against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), where LSG's captain Rishabh Pant ended his slump by scoring a century. Upon reaching his 100, Pant celebrated with a summersault, which caught the attention of the cameras. Anushka Sharma, who was present, seemed a bit unsettled during the moment. However, it was the woman next to her who drew significant attention, as she was seen muttering 'Stupid' in response to Pant's celebration. This incident has left many curious about her identity.

Meet Malavika Nayak: Anushka Sharma's Companion

The woman seen beside Anushka Sharma in the viral footage is Malavika Nayak. She is frequently seen accompanying Anushka at various matches and has now become a topic of discussion due to this incident.


Watch the Viral Clip

Check out the video where she can be heard saying 'Stupid' after Rishabh Pant's celebration:



Who is Malavika Nayak?

Malavika Nayak is a seasoned professional in business and marketing, boasting extensive experience. She has held positions at major companies like Intelenet (Serco) in the IT and outsourcing sectors. Later, she joined Innoz Technologies, a startup known for its SMS-based search services like 55444. With a strong background in business development, sales, partnerships, and marketing, she also possesses an MBA in Marketing.

Throughout her career, Malavika has worked with significant clients, collaborated with tech teams for product development, and focused on enhancing company revenues. Additionally, she has expertise in managing legal agreements and understanding business laws.


Despite her professional accomplishments, not much personal information about Malavika Nayak is publicly available.


RCB's Historic Victory Over LSG

In an exciting match, the Royal Challengers Bangalore achieved a remarkable chase of 228 runs to defeat the Lucknow Super Giants. Jitesh Sharma emerged as the standout player, smashing six sixes and eight fours, finishing the game unbeaten alongside Mayank Agarwal (41*), as they collectively scored 107 runs to secure the win with eight balls to spare.

Earlier in the match, Virat Kohli contributed a quick 54 runs. Although Rishabh Pant scored an impressive 118* for LSG, their bowlers failed to defend the total. Jitesh's helmet celebration was perceived as a response to Avesh Khan from IPL 2023. With this victory, RCB heads into the playoffs with strong momentum.