Murali Kartik was deeply moved when Gautam Gambhir invited him to join the team huddle and present debutant Mayank Yadav with his first India cap during the India vs. Bangladesh T20I match on October 6 ¹ ² ³. This heartfelt gesture brought back memories of Kartik’s own debut 25 years ago, when the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev presented him with his maiden cap ¹ ².
Kartik expressed his gratitude to Gambhir, calling it a “wonderful gesture” ¹ ² ³. He even took to social media to share his emotions, saying it was a “touching moment” for him personally ¹ ². Mayank Yadav, the 22-year-old fast bowler, made his international debut in the match, dismissing Mahmudullah to claim his first wicket ². India went on to win the match by seven wickets, taking a 1-0 lead in the series ³.
It’s lovely to see the camaraderie and respect among cricket legends, and this moment is a testament to the enduring spirit of the game.
