PM Modi gifts Steve Waugh rare framed photo during MCG visit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground with Australian PM Anthony Albanese to discuss sports cooperation. The leaders unveiled a roadmap for collaboration in sports science and infrastructure while honoring cricket legends.
Why it matters
It underscores the use of sports diplomacy to strengthen bilateral ties between India and Australia.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the final day of his Australia trip, where he highlighted the strong sporting ties between the two countries. During the visit, Modi presented former Australian captain Steve Waugh with a framed photograph from nearly 20 years ago, taken when Modi was the Gujarat Chief Minister and had met the cricket legend. He also expressed happiness at seeing young talent in action at the stadium.Modi said India and Australia have a great opportunity to work together in sports as both countries prepare to host major international events.
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