"Gave Clear Message That...": Pakistan Legend On PM Modi's Gesture For Team India

22.11.2023 - 04:41 sports.ndtv.com

Legendary Pakistan cricket team fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar was all praise for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gesture of meeting the Indian cricket team stars in the dressing room after their Cricket World Cup 2023 loss.

India went down fighting against Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday as the Aussies claimed a record-extending sixth title.

After the match, PM Modi met the India players and boosted their morale. Several players like Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami took to social media to share pictures of the meeting after the World Cup final.

In a recent interaction, Akhtar pointed out how much the gesture would have meant for the cricketers as it was a tough period for all them and they need that support after a heartbreaking defeat. "Your PM gave a clear message that he is there with the players.

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