Watch: India Players Tear Up As Families Send Them Heartwarming Messages Ahead Of Women's T20 World Cup

04.10.2024 - 09:25 sports.ndtv.com

As Team India prepare to begin their Women's T20 World Cup 2024 campaign against New Zealand, members of the squad were given a welcome surprise.

In a video posted by 'Team India' on Instagram, the players were surprised by a special video message from family members on the eve of the tournament's start.

From captain Harmanpreet Kaur to coach Amol Muzumdar, a wholesome message from the family members cheered everyone up. India will be aiming to win the Women's T20 World Cup for the first-time ever in 2024. Watch: Team India players receive heartwarming messages from family back home A post shared by Team India (@indiancricketteam) In the video, the players had all gathered in a room, where a clip from each player's family was shown to the entire squad.

From Smriti Mandhana's brother, Harmanpreet Kaur's parents and Shafali Verma's brother to Asha Shobana's family, Richa Ghosh's father and Amol Muzumdar's daughter, a heartwarming message was given by all.

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