Antigua: American YouTuber Darren Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed, has once again taken the internet by storm — this time with a cricket bat and ball in hand.
During his visit to the iconic Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium, Speed was seen trying his hand at cricket alongside West Indies pacer Alzarri Joseph.
Viral moment at the stadium
In a now-viral clip, Speed stands at the non-striker’s end watching Joseph bowl before deciding to step in and try bowling himself — albeit with an unmistakably illegal throwing action.
After hitting the stumps, the YouTuber broke into a dramatic appeal and delivered a hilarious message aimed at Indian superstar Virat Kohli.
“I might be the greatest. Virat Kohli, call me… ICC call me, Mumbai cricket team call me.”
His over-the-top confidence and comic timing instantly caught fans’ attention, sending the clip trending across social media platforms.
Caribbean tour draws huge crowds
Speed, who has a massive global following of nearly 55 million subscribers, has been attracting large crowds during his Caribbean tour. His energetic personality and spontaneous antics have made him a fan favourite wherever he goes.
Wearing an Antigua and Barbuda jersey, he fully embraced the cricketing atmosphere, engaging with players and fans alike.
A known cricket enthusiast
This is not Speed’s first brush with cricket. He has previously shown strong interest in the sport, especially during major international events.
He travelled to India during the 2023 Cricket World Cup, where he was seen donning the Indian jersey and interacting with fans. His admiration for Virat Kohli has been a recurring theme in his content.
In the same viral video, Speed also made a cheeky remark referencing Babar Azam while reacting to a poor shot by a friend, before praising Kohli after playing a better stroke himself.
Emotional reaction to Kohli’s Test exit
Speed’s fandom for Kohli goes beyond humour. He had earlier gone viral for his emotional reaction to speculation around Kohli stepping away from Test cricket.
Expressing disbelief, Speed questioned why a player of Kohli’s stature would consider retiring, especially after major tournament success — a reaction that resonated with many fans online.
Internet loves the crossover
The latest video highlights the growing crossover between global digital creators and traditional sports. Moments like these — blending humour, fandom, and sport — continue to draw massive engagement online.
While his “call me” message to Kohli was clearly in jest, it has added another viral chapter to IShowSpeed’s ever-expanding catalogue of internet moments.