It may have been a victory for India against Bangladesh, but the 87- year- old Charulata Patel stole the show, who was seen cheering for India in the stands during the match and waving the tricolour.
“India will win the world cup I am sure. I pray to Lord Ganesha that India wins. I bless the team always. When Kapil paaji won the World Cup in 1983, I was there as well.”, she said.
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Indian skipper Virat Kohli and batsmen Rohit Sharma shared some moments with Charulata Patel.
How amazing is this?!
India’s top-order superstars @imVkohli and @ImRo45 each shared a special moment with one of the India fans at Edgbaston.#CWC19 | #BANvIND pic.twitter.com/3EjpQBdXnX
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) July 2, 2019
Kohli posted a picture with her on his social media, calling her ‘one of the most passionate & dedicated fans’.
Also would like to thank all our fans for all the love & support & especially Charulata Patel ji. She’s 87 and probably one of the most passionate & dedicated fans I’ve ever seen. Age is just a number, passion takes you leaps & bounds. With her blessings, on to the next one. 🙏🏼😇 pic.twitter.com/XHII8zw1F2
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 2, 2019
India defeated Bangladesh by 28 runs to seal a spot in the semi-finals with 13 points and a second position in the points table.
India will next face Sri Lanka on July 6.