India's Mixed Disability Team Recreates Ganguly's Lord's Celebration After Win

India's mixed disability cricket team concluded its T20I series against England with a dominant 118-run victory at Lord's on August 19, 2026, a result that sparked a memorable celebration paying tribute to one of Indian cricket's most iconic moments. Despite the win being a consolation, as England had already secured the seven-match series 4-3, the Indian players and officials recreated former captain Sourav Ganguly's legendary shirt-waving celebration on the Lord's balcony.

Batting first, India posted a commanding total of 206 for 4 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by half-centuries from Arjun Gawre, who scored 68 off 44 balls, and captain Majid Magray, who struck an explosive unbeaten 63 from just 19 deliveries. Opener Sai Akash also contributed significantly with 48 off 38 balls. England's batting lineup struggled in reply and was bowled out for just 88 in 13.4 overs. Hilal Ahmad Wani was the pick of the Indian bowlers, taking 4 wickets for 21 runs, while Jayesh Parmar claimed 3 for 14.

The comprehensive victory set the stage for the emotional scenes on the famous Lord's balcony. In footage shared by the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India, members of the...