Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh revealed that his cheeky celebration after dismissing Kyle Jamieson during the first ODI against New Zealand was dedicated to his girlfriend. The left-arm pacer explained the personal meaning behind the dance gesture during an interview at the innings break in Auckland.

India captain Shubman Gill elected to bowl after rain delayed the toss by 20 minutes and play by 10 minutes. The visitors relied on four specialist pacers, including Arshdeep and Gurnoor Brar. New Zealand were bowled out for 185, despite a late lower-order partnership that added valuable runs.

Arshdeep Singh Reveals Meaning Behind Celebration After Dismissing Kyle Jamieson

Arshdeep Singh dismissed Jamieson in the 32nd over to claim his third wicket of the innings. He delivered a hard-length ball that angled towards middle stump. Jamieson moved onto his front foot and attempted to drive with an open bat face but sliced the ball towards extra cover.

Virat Kohli, who had earlier taken a spectacular one-handed catch, made no mistake with the regulation opportunity. Jamieson departed for one off six deliveries, and New Zealand lost their eighth wicket. Arshdeep followed the dismissal with a cheeky dance gesture.

Speaking to the broadcasters during the innings break, Arshdeep explained that the celebration was a personal gesture he shares with his girlfriend. The left-arm pacer was also asked about his favourite dismissal of the day.

"That was for my girlfriend. It's a little dance step that we do when we're out walking or spending time together. Whenever either of us is feeling a little low, we cheer each other up with that celebration, so this one was for her."

"My favourite would have been the fifth one, which I didn't get! So, I'm still searching for it.

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