Indian cricketers meet and present jersey to Dubai Crown Prince
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Mumbai: Dubai's Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, met with Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Suryakumar Yadav, along with ICC Chairman Jay Shah, during his two-day visit to India, reported Siasat Daily.
On April 8, Dubai's Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan met with Indian cricket stars on the sidelines of the Dubai-India Business Forum in Mumbai. Rohit Sharma presented the Prince with a signed Team India jersey bearing the number 11, a symbolic gesture marking their meeting.
Following the meeting, Sheikh Hamdan took to Instagram to share photos from the gathering. His caption, written in Hindi, read, “Team India Ke Saath Ek Yaadgaar Mulakaat”, which translates to “A memorable meeting with Team India.”
ICC Chairman Jay Shah also shared his thoughts on X, saying, “Delighted to help connect cricket with visionary leadership in Mumbai, where it was a true honour to meet His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum alongside cricket icons Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Suryakumar Yadav. At the ICC, we remain committed to elevating cricket on the global stage and building partnerships that resonate with diverse audiences. Moments like these highlight our shared passion and the unifying power of cricket worldwide.”
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince, arrived in India on April 8, 2025, for a two-day visit to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and the UAE. Invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the visit focuses on boosting cooperation in trade, energy, digital innovation, and defence.