Sri Lanka greets Team India with flower petals
Team India’s arrival in the video is marked by traditional Sri Lankan hospitality. Upon their entry to the hotel, players are showered with flower petals, reflecting the warmth and camaraderie between the two cricketing nations.
“Mumbai to Pallekele via Colombo #TeamIndia have reached Sri Lanka,” the BCCI captioned the post.
Here is the video:
Mumbai to Pallekele via Colombo?#TeamIndia have reached Sri Lanka ??#SLvIND pic.twitter.com/ffDYJOV7wm
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 22, 2024
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Key highlights of India’s tour to Sri Lanka
The tour, which includes three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), is set to be a significant event because Suryakumar Yadav will be taking on the mantle of India’s T20I captain. The team departed for the island nation on July 22, full of anticipation and readiness for the challenges ahead.
Additionally, this series marks Gautam Gambhir‘s debut in his new role as coach, providing an early opportunity for him to instill his coaching philosophy and make an impact on the team. As Indian cricket embarks on this new chapter under Gambhir’s stewardship, both fans and experts are eager to see the team’s progress and evolution under his guidance.
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