MANCHESTER: Ahead of the fourth T20I against England, the Indian women's cricket team was accorded a rousing welcome by the Consul General of India, Manchester, Vishakha Yaduvanshi at the Old Trafford Stadium.
The Indian team and the support staff, led by head coach Amol Muzumdar, gathered at the Old Trafford Stadium, presented an Indian jersey to the Consul General of India, Manchester.
"Stories and inspiration flowed as the Consul General of India, Manchester, Mrs. Vishakha Yaduvanshi, welcomed #TeamIndia at the Old Trafford Stadium ahead of the 4th T20I against England Women, " the BCCI shared in a video on X.
Addressing the Indian team, Vishakha said, "You represent the best of India, not only in sports but in spirits. Your journey is not only about cricket, it is about courage, competence and breaking boundaries..."
Lancashire Country Cricket Club CEO Daniel Gidney, who was also present on the occasion, added, "Old Trafford is famous for Sachin Tendulkar's maiden century and it has some famous history from men's cricket moments. We have now hosted a women's international for over 10 years, now is the time for women's cricket to make its mark on Old Trafford out there."