During a Test match at Newlands Cricket Ground, a spectator held up a banner inquiring whether the mother of South African wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton is single, prompting a divided reaction among fans and on social media.
The incident occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2026, during the ongoing Test match. Television cameras captured the banner, which read "Is Ryan Rickelton's mom single?" leading to widespread commentary online.
Social media users were split, with some speculating the banner holder might be Rickelton's father or a relative, while others criticized the stunt as inappropriate. The South African cricket board has not commented on the matter.
Rickelton, 28, has been a regular member of South Africa's Test side since his debut in 2023. He was batting at the time the banner was displayed.
