Mumbai: Three members of India’s T20 World Cup squad Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma and Axar Patel made a spiritual stop at Mumbai’s iconic Shri Siddhivinayak Temple to seek divine blessings before their crucial ICC T20 World Cup semi-final against England at Wankhede Stadium.
The players, dressed in relaxed casuals, were photographed offering prayers and performing temple rituals on Wednesday, a gesture reflecting the long-held tradition among Indian cricketers of turning to faith in important moments.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Ahead of India’s semi-final match, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, and Axar Patel visited Shri Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai to seek blessings of Lord Ganesha pic.twitter.com/NLLxRcIVT3
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This visit comes as India prepares to face defending champions England in the tournament’s penultimate round, with supporters across the country hoping that spiritual support will bolster the team’s prospects. Cricketers seeking blessings before major matches is a familiar sight in India’s sporting culture, blending belief with preparation on the eve of a big contest.
Temple-goers and fans shared glimpses of the players’ visit on social media, capturing the serene ambience of the day. The trio’s presence at the shrine underscores how players often combine ritual with rigorous training as they gear up for some of the sport’s most intense moments.
As match day nears, Indian cricket followers remain eager for a performance that marries preparation, skill and a little divine favour. With the semi-final set to be a marquee event at the Wankhede, the prayers offered by Kishan, Sharma, and Patel embody not just faith, but also the hopes of millions of fans ahead of a showpiece clash in Mumbai.
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