Fans are always an essential part of any team. Their passion serves as enormous motivation for their side. Today is also a story of this extremely dedicated fan that was cheering up for Team India in their recent encounter against Bangladesh. An elderly fan with a spirited heart was seen cheering with extreme enthusiasm.
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https://twitter.com/Shubham_RSS_BJP/status/1146031663282937856
With the lady being 87-years old her dedication to the sport is extremely commendable. She has uprooted social media and has become an internet sensation within a few hours. Her picture was shown on TV after Rishabh Pant hit a boundary.
Here is what the Twitterati had to say about the lady.
Stunning visuals at the #IndiaVsBangladesh match today. Captured this picture. It has to be the best picture of the entire tournament. Salute for her spirit nd energy 👏 @StarSportsIndia @ICC pic.twitter.com/ey0fSIi5h0
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) July 2, 2019
Love this … No idea how old this lady is but it’s the picture of the World Cup for me … #CWC19 https://t.co/EK6Vo2sT2p
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) July 2, 2019
I don’t know about the Man of the Match, but we have an undisputed winner of the Fan of the Match 🙌💖 #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/DSqQZkn3bS
— Gaurav Kapur (@gauravkapur) July 2, 2019
India should dedicate their win to this elderly fan in the stadium. She is my MoM. #IndiaVsBangladesh #INDvBAN #CWC19 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/MbxxvVxTt1
— Kumar Manish (@kumarmanish9) July 2, 2019
The lady”s name is Charulata Patel. She proudly shows her love for the Indian Team and say”s “I love this Indian team and all the players are like my kids.”
Post Match she met the entire Indian Team. Here is her shot with the player of the match Rohit Sharma. Rohit after scoring a record 4th century in the ongoing World Cup would be mighty pleased with the kind of support he has received from his fans.
Player of the Match Rohit Sharma celebrates the win with a special fan 🙌 #CWC19 | #BANvIND pic.twitter.com/bz7Sjgo7jh
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) July 2, 2019
#WATCH Birmingham: 87 years old Charulata Patel who was seen cheering for India in the stands during #BANvIND match, waves the tricolor and blows a vuvuzela. #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/oVoOhbjFyp
— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2019
😇😇
One of #TeamIndia's passionate fans, Charulata Patel ji all smiles as she blesses @imVkohli for the remainder of the tournament. #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/DQyEzt5dDH
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 2, 2019
87-year-old Charulata Patel To ANI: “I have been watching cricket for the last many decades, from the time I was in Africa. Earlier I used to watch on TV when I was working, but now that I am retired I watch it live.”
Watch Here About What Charulata Patel Had To Say About Her Enthusiasm And Love For Cricket.
Cricket really is for all ages!
Meet the #TeamIndia fan whose support is simply sensational 👏👏 #BANvIND | #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/4TaXCvSgzr
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) July 2, 2019
#WATCH 87 year old Charulata Patel who was seen cheering for India in the stands during #BANvIND match: India will win the world cup. I pray to Lord Ganesha that India wins. I bless the team always. #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/lo3BtN7NtD
— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2019
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
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) July 2, 2019
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
With this win, India has sealed a Semi-Final berth. This also means that Bangladesh has been knocked out of the tournament. With the Indian team having an overwhelming fan base all around the globe, they are never short of support.
