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India coach Gambhir visits historic Mahakal temple ahead of West Indies T20
Head coach Gautam Gambhir was spotted at the Mahakal temple in Ujjain before India's third T20 International against West Indies in Indore on Sunday, a visit that has drawn attention on social media.
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India's head coach Gautam Gambhir made a visit to the Mahakal temple in Ujjain ahead of the third T20 International between India and West Indies scheduled for October 11 at Indore's Holkar Stadium. A video of the visit circulated rapidly across social media platforms on Sunday, capturing the moment before the high-stakes match.
The Mahakal temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and among India's most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites, is located approximately 60 kilometres from Indore. The shrine draws devotees from across the country who visit seeking blessings for important occasions and endeavours.
Gambhir's temple visit reflects a cultural practice common among Indian sports personalities and coaching staff who often seek blessings before significant matches. The gesture resonated with fans on social media, who shared the video widely during the pre-match buildup.
The third T20 encounter marks a crucial fixture in the ongoing bilateral series between India and West Indies. The match will be played at the historic Holkar Stadium, one of India's prominent cricket venues.