Indian PM Modi Meets Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup-Winning Team in Colombo

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the 1996 World Cup-winning Sri Lankan cricket team during his official visit to Colombo. He is on a two-day trip aimed at strengthening India-Sri Lanka ties. Despite a packed diplomatic schedule, Modi made time to meet some of Sri Lanka’s cricket legends on Saturday.

Modi Meets Jayasuriya, Vaas, and Others

The meeting took place in Colombo. PM Modi met cricket icons like Sanath Jayasuriya, Aravinda de Silva, Chaminda Vaas, Marvan Atapattu, Kumar Dharmasena, and Upul Chandana. These players were part of the historic team that won the 1996 ODI World Cup.

The Sri Lankan legends gifted Modi a special memento during the interaction. The meeting celebrated a proud cricketing legacy. Photos of the moment were widely shared online.

Modi shared his excitement on social media. He wrote, “Cricket connect! Delighted to interact with members of the 1996 Sri Lankan cricket team, which won the World Cup that year. This team captured the imagination of countless sports lovers!”

Jayasuriya Shares a Heartfelt Note

Sanath Jayasuriya, who won Player of the Tournament in 1996, also expressed his joy. He thanked Modi for taking time to meet the cricketers. “It was a truly memorable and inspiring experience,” Jayasuriya wrote on X.

He added that the people of Sri Lanka deeply value India’s friendship. He praised Modi’s consistent support during the country’s difficult times. “The people of Sri Lanka will always remember the generous support extended by you and the people of India,” his post read.

A Symbolic Gesture of Friendship

The meeting was more than a photo opportunity. It symbolized a strong cultural bond shared through cricket. India and Sri Lanka have a rich cricketing history. Such gestures reinforce mutual respect beyond politics.

Cricket unites millions across the two nations. Modi’s visit to the cricket legends acknowledged their lasting impact. It also reminded fans of the role sports play in bringing people closer.

As Sri Lanka rebuilds from economic challenges, India continues to support its neighbor. This meeting between Modi and the World Cup heroes served as a reminder that cricket’s legacy is timeless—and it still brings people together.

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