The India vs England fifth T20I at Wankhede Stadium saw an array of high-profile figures in attendance, with Mukesh Ambani and his son Akash Ambani present to witness the thrilling match. Alongside them were billionaire Ajay Piramal, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, and his son-in-law, former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The star-studded gathering added to the excitement of an already electrifying evening as India secured a dominant 150-run victory over England, sealing the series 4-1.
India, batting first, put up a formidable total of 247 for nine, fueled by an extraordinary knock from Abhishek Sharma, who smashed 135 runs off just 54 deliveries, sending 13 sixes soaring into the stands. His phenomenal performance even drew an animated reaction from Mukesh Ambani, known for his composed demeanor. The enthusiastic atmosphere inside the stadium was amplified by the presence of several notable guests, making the evening even more special.
Rishi Sunak, who attended the match with Narayana Murthy, found himself in an interesting position as the Indian-origin former UK Prime Minister witnessing England’s heavy defeat. Following the match, he shared a moment on Instagram, posting a selfie along with a message expressing support for the English team despite their tough day on the field. He extended his congratulations to Team India on their commanding win while also praising England’s resilience, confident that they would return stronger.
In his post, Sunak mentioned that it was a privilege to meet England captain Jos Buttler and Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav before the match. He also highlighted the joy of watching cricket alongside his father-in-law, making the experience a memorable one.
Currently visiting India, Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty have been making appearances at various events, including the Jaipur Literature Festival, where Akshata shared the stage with her mother, Sudha Murty. At Wankhede, both Narayana Murthy and Rishi Sunak were seen dressed in formal blazers and shirts, while Mukesh Ambani opted for a casual cream-colored, full-sleeved t-shirt. Akash Ambani showed his support for Team India by sporting the national team’s jersey, and the group was joined by Ajay Piramal, whose son Anand Piramal is married to Mukesh Ambani’s daughter, Isha.
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