The much-anticipated T20 World Cup 2024 is just around the corner, and cricket enthusiasts worldwide are brimming with excitement for the high-octane action. Fans and the cricket fraternity are eagerly awaiting the tournament, and Indian cricket stars are no exception, eager to support Team India both on and off the field.
Amidst this fervor, ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has found a unique way to show his enthusiasm. Although Ashwin, a key player in the previous T20 World Cup squad, was not selected this time, his support for Team India remains unwavering. Known for his knack for surprising fans and opponents alike, Ashwin delighted his followers by sharing a playful quiz video featuring his daughters, Aadhya and Akhira, on social media.
In the charming video, Ashwin quizzed his daughters on various topics related to the T20 World Cup. He asked them about the host nations for this year’s tournament, the head coach of the Indian team, and even the prolific batter Shimron Hetmyer. The highlight of the quiz was a question about the venue for the highly anticipated India-Pakistan match, a fixture that never fails to captivate cricket fans.
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Ashwin’s daughters impressively answered all the questions correctly, except for the location of the India-Pakistan showdown. The heartwarming video ended with Ashwin’s caption, “We are excited for the #t20worldcup How about you?” capturing the family’s shared enthusiasm for the upcoming tournament.
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On the field, Ravichandran Ashwin had a noteworthy run in the recently concluded IPL 2024. Playing for the Rajasthan Royals, he claimed nine wickets in 15 appearances, with an average of 51.89 and an economy rate of 8.49. One of his standout performances came in the Eliminator match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he delivered a tight bowling spell with an impressive economy rate of 4.75, taking two crucial wickets and keeping the batters in check.
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As for Team India, they will commence their World Cup campaign under the leadership of Rohit Sharma against Ireland on June 5 in New York. The T20 World Cup 2024 is set to kick off on June 1, with hosts USA facing off against neighbors Canada in the opening match. Co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, the tournament promises thrilling cricket action and will culminate on June 29.
