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Players of Indian Origin

Bringing Glory to the Country in International Cricket

Sports is not just a competition, it is a powerful medium that
connects hearts across borders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
said in his 'Mann ki Baat' episode, "Those who play, they bloom."
Today, when we look at major international tournaments like
the T20 World Cup, we see many faces of Indian origin in the
uniforms of foreign teams.
Representing countries like the United States, Canada,
Oman, UAE, Italy, and New Zealand, these players have become
powerful symbols of India's growing 'soft power.' These players
are not only bringing glory to their new homelands but also
serve as an inspiration to youth around the world because they
remain emotionally and culturally connected to their roots.

Dilpreet Bajwa
Canadian national team captain Dilpreet
Bajwa was born in Gurdaspur, Punjab. As
an aggressive batsman and useful off-
spinner, he forms the backbone of the
Canadian team. His impressive strike rate
in T20 Internationals reflects his athletic
talent.

Navneet Dhaliwal
Chandigarh-born Navneet Dhaliwal is a
powerful top-order batsman for Canada.
He has played over 30 T20 Internationals
for Canada, scoring several crucial half-
centuries.

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