DW BUREAU / Chandigarh

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday extended best wishes to the Vice Captain of Indian Cricket Team and batsman Shubhman Gill and fast bowler Arshdeep Singh for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Both the cricketers called on the Chief Minister here at his official residence today afternoon. During the deliberations, the Chief Minister said that both the cricketers have brought laurels for the state and country by performing exceptionally well in national and international events. He said that Shubhman played a key role in India's feat as runners up in the One Day World Cup, whereas Arshdeep acted as a catalyst in India's victory in the T20 world cup. Bhagwant Singh Mann also congratulated Shubhman Gill for his remarkable performance in the recently concluded series against England.

The CM also recalled his memories of cricket during the era of 1980s and 90s along with the marvelous performance of the cricketers of that time. He also discussed all the three existing formats of cricket in current time along with domestic tournaments of cricket. Bhagwant Singh Mann further said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction for the state that both the sons of soil have carved a niche for themselves in the arena of international cricket.

(editor@dailyworld.in)