Having already traveled through all eight participating nations, the Trophy Tour is nearing its final destination, with the concluding leg in Pakistan before heading to the tournament itself. Scheduled to take place in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates from February 19 to March 9, the tournament has already sparked global excitement
The Trophy Tour began its Indian leg in Mumbai, where the iconic silverware was showcased at the city's most renowned landmarks. The trophy graced the Wankhede Stadium, Shivaji Park, the Gateway of India, Carter Road, the historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Bandstand, and numerous other notable locations
Fans were thrilled to see the coveted trophy as it made its way through the vibrant streets of Mumbai, with many eagerly snapping photos and selfies to commemorate the occasion.
A standout moment during the Mumbai leg was the Trophy’s appearance at Wankhede Stadium on January 19, as the stadium celebrated its 50th anniversary. The event featured India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, posing with the trophy alongside former captains Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, and Ajinkya Rahane, along with cricketing legends such as Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, and Diana Edulji, all of whom are ICC Hall of Famers
Following its Mumbai tour, the trophy journeyed to Bengaluru, where the Nexus Shantiniketan Mall hosted a vibrant Trophy Carnival, attracting cricket fans from across the city. The trophy continued its journey through Bengaluru, making stops at beloved landmarks such as Bengaluru Palace, Freedom Park, KR Market, Town Hall, St. Mary's Basilica, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Church Street, and Vidyarthi Bhavan. Fans in Bengaluru were delighted to have the opportunity to view the trophy up close, further heightening the excitement ahead of the tournament
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