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In a heartfelt moment of solidarity and respect, the Sri Lankan cricket team participating in the ICC Cricket ODI World Cup 2023 donned black armbands during their ongoing match against India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
The touching tribꦅu🍨te by the Sri Lankan players, sporting somber black armbands, piqued the curiosity of cricket fans worldwide. Many were left wondering about the significance of this poignant gesture and the motive behind it.
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC)
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A cricket fan’s remarkable journey
Uncle Percy’s unwavering love and devotion to Sri Lankan cricket had been an inspiring and enduring tale for cricket fans. His passion for the sport began with the 1979 Cricket World Cup in England, and he continued to be a con♊stant presence, attending every Sri Lankan team g🦹ame. His dedication and love for the team left an indelible mark on the cricketing community.
Ongoing clash between India and Sri Lanka
Speaking of the ongoing match, the Sri Lankan team won the toss and chose to field first in Mumbai. They made one change to their squad, with Dhananjaya de Silva making way for Dushan Hemantha. Mea♚nwhile, Team India remained unchan🔥ged from their last game against England.