The officials of the Cricket Association for the Blind in India or CABI
met Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, who was in India to watch India
vs Australia ODI cricket World Cup final match, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in
Delhi.
CABI Chairman Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar and General Secretary Shailender
Yadav interacted with the Richard Marles. They presented a blind cricket ball
as a token of appreciation to the Deputy Prime Minister, symbolizing the spirit
and skill of blind cricket players.
Marles expressed his delight upon receiving the unique ball,
acknowledging that it was his first encounter with the concept of blind cricket,
stated CABI officials.
As per the officials, the CABI and Marles discussed the prospects of
organising a bilateral series between the blind cricket teams of India and
Australia.
“The meeting delved into discussions about the representation of CABI and
explored the prospect of organizing a bilateral series between Indian and
Australian blind cricket teams in Australia. The Deputy Prime Minister
exhibited a keen interest in the history and nuances of blind cricket, engaging
in a thorough conversation on gameplay and strategies,” the statement from CABI
further added.
Shailender Yadav expressed gratitude for the opportunity and shared his
optimism about the future collaboration between the two nations in the field of
blind cricket.
Australia beat India to claim their sixth Men’s Cricket World Cup in
front of a packed crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
ANI
