While many other sports have gained popularity over the past decade, cricket continues to dominate the hearts and mind of Indians across generations, including Gen Z. Come summer, and the nation becomes divided when the Indian Premier League (IPL) is in full swing. In a format which enables miracles to happen every week, even the most rational fans can turn superstitious and adapt highly personalised match day rituals. Passionate cricket fans, no matter which team they support or player they worship, don their lucky jerseys, keep their fingers crossed as they sit glued to their seats every night. As match days transform living rooms into altars of hope, we delve into the heartfelt and at times hilarious superstitions that Gen Z fans have adapted to make sure their beloved teams win. After all, in the high-stakes drama of the IPL, can you really afford to take any chances?

That match, that incredible comeback, cemented my unwavering faith in MI and my slightly bizarre pre-game rituals