The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 kicked off in fabulous fashion, and the fourth match of the tournament saw Rajasthan Royals take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday, April 2.
With the recent passing of former India cricketer Salim Durani, both Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals players and coaches, along with match officials, were seen observing a minute of silence before the match to pay respects to the veteran all-rounder. Aged 88, he had reportedly struggled to get back on his feet following a fracture in his thigh bone and underwent proximal femoral nail surgery as well.
The players were also seen wearing black armbands throughout the game to pay their respects to the late Indian cricketer.
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