Delhi — Imagine running to a match with a tummy full of Rajma Chawal. Does it remind you of that infamous Thanksgiving dinner run? Well, Badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lived your nightmare enroute to the China Masters Final, courtesy a local uncle’s hard-to-resist invitation.
When “Atithi Devo Bhava” kind of backfires
The valiant badminton warriors were on their way to Beijing when they landed in Delhi for a layover. Here, a warm-hearted, Rajma Chawal loving uncle took it upon himself to ensure the players weren’t facing an ’empty stomach dilemma’. Our source, a confused pigeon swaying on the terminal roof, squeaked, “It’s not just the crackers, uncleji actually packed 17 servings of Rajma Chawal for them. Yes, Seventeen!”
The ‘Belly’ Headquarters
Satwik and Chirag, being good sportspersons, decided to take on the challenge. After all, what’s a little indigestion compared to the national pride at stake? Their fans are now divided into ‘Rajma Rabble’ and ‘Chawal Crazies’ in anticipation of a new secret weapon that’s been infused into the players. While the government mulls ‘Rajma Chawal’ diet for all future athletes, local aunties are sharpening their ladles for the triumphant food marathon.
“It was the ‘biryani effect’ on paddle!”
Rookie onlooker Ram Gopal Varma quipped from his corner ‘paan’ shop. “It was like the ‘biryani effect’. We’ve all seen how Hyderabad Biryani fires up the local cricket team. It’s the same – just switch the sport, and the dish. Though, next time I suggest maybe not so many servings,” he added, chuckling heartily at the sight of the badminton stars doubling over their sides in laughter – or was it a belated Rajma effect?
Disclaimer: This is a work of satire for entertainment purposes.
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