Sonia Gandhi Sends Best Wishes to Team India Ahead of World Cup Cricket Finals

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi sent her best wishes to the Indian cricket team ahead of the World Cup Cricket finals, saying the sport has always united the country beyond gender, region, language, religion and class.

New Delhi, Nov 18: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Saturday sent her best wishes to the Indian cricket team ahead of the World Cup Cricket finals, saying the sport has always united the country beyond gender, region, language, religion, and class.

Sonia Gandhi's Message to Team India

In a video message, Gandhi said, "Dear Team India, I would like to first begin by congratulating you for your incredible performance and excellent team work during this World Cup. You have consistently brought glory to the country and given us all reasons to be collectively joyous and proud."

"And now as you get ready for the finals this year, the entire country is rooting for you. I send you my best wishes. You have what it takes to be world champions. Good luck team India. Jai Hind," the chairperson of the Congress parliamentary party said.

Lessons from Team India's Journey

Gandhi said the Indian team's journey to the finals has been inspiring and has valuable lessons that extend beyond the cricket field. "These lessons are of unity, hard work, determination, and unwavering belief in yourself," she said.

"I must also make a mention of individual records and stellar match-winning performances," she also said.

Remembering India's Previous World Cup Wins

Gandhi said she is reminded at this moment about the two previous occasions when India has lifted the World Cup trophy, first in 1983 and then in 2011.

"On both those occasions, the nation felt honored and erupted with joy," she noted.

Gandhi concluded her message by saying, "I am confident that you will make us proud once again. The entire country is behind you. Best of luck!"