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PM Narendra Modi sends his wishes to Team India for World Cup 2019
After losing their first warm-up match against New Zealand, India bounced back on the scene after defeating Bangladesh by 95 runs
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent his wishes to Indian Cricket Team ahead of their clash against South Africa. The Men in Blue will be looking to initiate their World Cup 2019 campaign with a win over Proteas.
After losing their first warm-up match against New Zealand, India bounced back on the scene after defeating Bangladesh by 95 runs. Kohli is expected to play a vital role in team India's march towards the trophy.
PM Modi shared his wishes through his official Twitter account. He tweeted, "As #TeamIndia begins it’s #CWC19 journey today, best wishes to the entire Team."
As #TeamIndia begins it’s #CWC19 journey today, best wishes to the entire Team.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2019
May this tournament witness good cricket and celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship.
खेल भी जीतो और दिल भी ! #INDvSA
He further added, "May this tournament witness good cricket and celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship."
Indian skipper Virat Kohli had also congratulated PM Modi for coming back to power.
Congratulations @narendramodiji. We believe India is going to reach greater heights with your vision. Jai hind,” Virat had written.
Congratulations @narendramodi ji. We believe India is going to reach greater heights with your vision. Jai hind.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 24, 2019
PM Modi had responded thanking the 30-year-old. He had also wished him for his World Cup endeavour.
Virat Kohli was not the only one who had interacted with the PM after his victory. Indian team's opener Shikhar Dhawan and head coach Ravi Shastri had also congratulated PM Modi.
People of the country have given their mandate. Many congratulations to @narendramodi ji and @BJP4India for their second innings and here's hoping for another fantastic term ahead. 🙏
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) May 23, 2019
Another stunning @narendramodi & @AmitShah partnership tracerbullets @BJP4India to poll position for second time running. Election results further reaffirm Modi Ji’s leadership of the world's largest democracy. Awesome performance #ModiSweep #IndianElections2019 #VijayiBharat pic.twitter.com/cVJhZNXMq7
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) May 23, 2019
