Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir and his wife, Natasha, were spotted at the revered Srivari temple in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh. This marked Gambhir’s first pilgrimage to this sacred place and the couple was seen offering their earnest prayers.
In an exclusive post-prayer interview, the 41-year-old cricketer expressed his immense desire for future visits to this spiritual place. He also didn’t hold back when it came to his heartfelt prayers for Team India’s triumph in the upcoming World Cup.
Gambhir, currently serving as the global mentor for Sanjiv Goenka-led teams, including the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL), seemed to be in high spirits about the upcoming ODI World Cup. India are all set to kick off its campaign on October 8th in Chennai, facing off against Australia.
जितनी बार यहाँ आने का सौभाग्य मिलेगा, उतनी बार आऊंगा! जय गोविंदा! 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/zMrdeXRKz2
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) September 28, 2023
The cricketing world is buzzing with excitement as the 15-member squad, led by Rohit Sharma, prepares for battle. Hardik Pandya, the dynamic all-rounder, will be shouldering the responsibilities of the deputy Captain. One particular fixture has fans around the world on the edge of their seats, which is the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan, scheduled for October 14, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad.
Teams will play warm-up games as ODI World Cup 2023 will get underway from October 5
The ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 promises to deliver exhilarating cricketing action, commencing with a match between the finalists of the last edition, England and New Zealand, on October 5. The iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad will set the stage for this high-octane match.
Reflecting on Team India‘s journey so far, they recently locked horns with the Aussies in a three-match ODI series. The Men in Blue showcased their mettle, securing victory with a 2-1 series score. While India clinched the first two matches convincingly, Australia fought back in the final encounter, winning by a margin of 66 runs, signalling their determination as they gear up for the World Cup.
As we all eagerly await the cricketing festival, Gautam Gambhir’s pilgrimage and prayers serve as a reminder of the hopes and dreams that unite fans from every corner of the country.