"Retire Out Axar": Internet Begs As Axar Patel Plays Humiliating Test Knock Against KKR

Internet reacts on Axar Patel's batting vs KKR. [Source - AFP/X.com]Delhi Capitals’ middle-order was in shambles against KKR on Friday, Match 51 with wickets falling like dominoes, and hope was fading fast. Then came Axar Patel, at six, but instead of a hero’s rescue, fans were left staring in disbelief at an innings that crawled at a snail’s pace.Axar Patel struggled to score rapidly and rotated the strike slowly which could have get Delhi Capitals back into the game. He managed just 11 runs off 22 balls, leaving Delhi Capitals further behind in a match where every run was crucial for setting a competitive total.Delhi Capitals eventually finished their innings at 142 for 8 in 20 overs, a total KKR could comfortably chase. Fans online were quick to notice Axar Patel's slow knock and shared their reactions immediately.Many joked that Axar was playing “Test cricket” in a T20 game, highlighting the frustrating contrast between his defensive approach and the IPL’s chaotic pace. The online reactions poured in, capturing fans’ disbelief and humor.Here are some of the top reactions online on Axar Patel playing test cricket in DC vs KKR IPL clash.Abhy @AbhyVerse Axar at 3 for Afghanistan test SB @27sambhav Humiliating batting from Axar Patel till now. 8 from 18 balls! #DCvsKKR no @harshil________ Axar is what ruturaj pretends to be angad @angaddddddd axar 8 off 18 how are u the bigger terrorist with klqaeda in the team Nidhish @cricnidhish7 Axar batting on 9(19) crazy times. Sandeep @Sandeep_5_7_4 Did Axar forget batting? #DCvsKKR #IPL2026 Shubham @stumpmictalks Axar can't even retire himself out!! Such is the sorry state of DC's batting today Salt @Bittuu_tweets Axar retired hurt hoja yaaar Think about team not for reels Sandeep @sandycricket22 Axar Patel today😭😭😭 #DCvsKKR May 8, 2026, 8:58 PM Shivangi Choudhary @TweetShivangiii Axar Patel Today 🤡 #DCvsKKR May 8, 2026, 8:58 PM viratkohli_20 @973off640 axar patel reminded me of my man today 🥹❤️ May 8, 2026, 8:59 PM soo washed @anubhav__tweets what has happened to Axar Patel bc, he can't be this washed 😭😭💔 Also Read: Arshdeep Singh Stopped By Punjab Kings! Fans Claim Crackdown On Indian Pacer As Journalist Drops HintFans Begged Axar Patel to Retire Out Amid His Slow Knock in DC vs KKRAxar Patel's “Test cricket-like” knock of 11 off 22 balls against KKR shocked fans. Known as a reliable middle-order batter in T20s in recent years, today he struggled to get his innings going, leaving supporters questioning whether this was the real Axar Patel.Many fans expressed frustration online, even joking he might as well bat at number three in India’s upcoming Test match against Afghanistan. People literally were begging Axar Patel to retire out but slow, Delhi Capitals could not afford to lose him at that stage.Supporters even compared his innings to Virat Kohli’s 9 off 17 against New Zealand in the 2021 T20 World Cup, but for some, Axar’s knock felt even more embarrassing, leaving Delhi Capitals in crisis and a below-par total of 142 for 8.Also Read: Will Babar Azam Take Part In Bangladesh Test Series? New Injury Update ArrivesAxar Patel's “Test Knock” a Poor Highlight of Delhi Capitals’ Struggles This SeasonComing back to the game, Delhi Capitals needed a win at all costs on a slightly dry pitch, but KKR bowlers exploited the conditions perfectly after electing to bowl first. DC's top order showed promise, yet the middle and lower order failed miserably.KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka gave DC a strong start, but the momentum quickly collapsed. Axar Patel found DC at 89 for 5 and played an innings of 11 off 22 balls, further hurting their chances, frustrating fans and teammates alike.Axar’s IPL 2026 form has been poor overall, with just 44 runs in eight innings at an average of 5.50. Today’s slow knock further highlighted his struggles and compounded the team’s inability to post a competitive total.The innings left DC at 142 for 8, a total KKR could chase comfortably. With several key batters failing to deliver, fans and critics alike pointed to Axar as the most disappointing performer in the collapse.Follow DC vs KKR Live Updates For Each And Every Detail Of The High-Octane IPL 2026 Clash