Ahead of the fourth T20I clash against New Zealand in Visakhapatnam, the Indian cricket team, including head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav, visited the historic Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple in Simhachalam. The spiritual stop reflected gratitude and preparation before the high-stakes encounter.
The Indian cricket team took a spiritual detour before stepping onto the field for the fourth T20I against New Zealand at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Players and staff offered prayers at the revered Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Temple in Simhachalam, a site known for its cultural and devotional significance.
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Team members including Gautam Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Axar Patel, and Ravi Bishnoi were seen participating in rituals.
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Players wore saffron shawls around their necks as a mark of devotion and respect.
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Offerings included garlands and framed idols, symbolizing gratitude and blessings for success.
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The Andhra Pradesh Cricket Association shared visuals of the visit, captioning it as a morning filled with prayer and gratitude.
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The temple has become a recurring stop for Indian players during matches in Visakhapatnam, reflecting its importance in local tradition.
The visit added a spiritual dimension to India’s preparation, blending faith with focus as the team aimed to continue its dominance in the series.
Sources: IANS, Andhra Pradesh Cricket Association, India Today