Indian High Commissioner felicitates players of Team India during dinner in Guyana ahead of 2nd T20I

All eyes will be on the spirited Indian team on Sunday, August 6, as the visitors will seek redemption against the West Indies in the second T20I to be played at the Providence Stadium, at Georgetown, in Guyana. Notably, the visitors suffered a narrow four-run loss at the hands of the hosts in the opening match of the T20I series. Meanwhile, before the fierce rivalry on the cricket pitch could unfold, Indian and West Indian players experienced a delightful dinner soiree at the residence of Dr K. J. Srinivasa, the esteemed High Commissioner of India in Guyana. 

In the same vein, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), shared some captivating moments of this camaraderie-filled gathering. Now speaking of the gala dinner, players from both sides were invited and felicitated by Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, who is the honourable High Commissioner of India in Guyana. In the captivating images, one could witness moments of bonding between Indian coach Rahul Dravid and the cricketing stars, including the formidable captain, Hardik Pandya, and the immensely talented vice-captain, Suryakumar Yadav, among others.

"Dr. K. J. Srinivasa - High Commissioner of India - played the perfect host to #TeamIndia at the Indian High Commission in Guyana, setting the stage for the second T20I," the BCCI jubilantly announced through a tweet on their Twitter handle.

📸 Dr K. J. Srinivasa - High Commissioner of India - hosted #TeamIndia at the Indian High Commission in Guyana ahead of the second T20I. #WIvIND pic.twitter.com/iDFrrNJg4w

— BCCI (@BCCI) August 5, 2023

For the Men in Blue, the delightful evening was a well-deserved respite from the intensity of the cricketing battleground, offering them a chance to unwind and recharge before they gear up for the crucial second T20I. In the series opener, Rovman Powell's side showcased their prowess with a clinical performance, restricting India to 145/9 in a chase of 149/6.

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With four more exciting matches remaining in this riveting series, the Men in Blue are determined to turn the tables in their favour. Hardik and his compatriots are utilizing their time in the Caribbean as a valuable preparation phase for the highly anticipated T20 World Cup scheduled for 2024.

The upcoming clash between the cricketing giants promises to be a spectacle of epic proportions. The Indian team's pursuit of redemption and West Indies' quest to maintain their winning streak will undoubtedly set the stage for an electrifying battle, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.