WATCH: Team India shares jerseys and laughter with Manchester United players at Carrington

Ahead of their crucial fourth Test match against England in Manchester, the Indian cricket team took a break from their rigorous training schedule to meet players from English football giants Manchester United. This exciting get-together saw cricketers and footballers interact in a friendly exchange at United’s training ground at Carrington.

In a heartfelt gesture, both teams shared jerseys with each other, symbolising mutual respect and admiration between two sporting powerhouses.

Indian team’s fun moments with the players of Manchester United

Gautam Gambhir and Ruben Amorim (Image Source: Instagram)

First up, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir posed with Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, sharing the moment on Instagram with the caption, “We are United,” reflecting mutual respect and camaraderie.

Harry Maguire with Mohammed Siraj (Image Source: Instagram)

Another standout moment featured English football icon Harry Maguire playing cricket with Mohammed Siraj, who was seen bowling to him. Maguire later shared a glimpse of the fun on his Instagram story with the caption, “I’m just happy it was a tennis ball,” adding a touch of humour to the light-hearted exchange.

Meanwhile, in a heartfelt gesture, Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant gifted a signed bat to Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes, wishing him success ahead of the club’s highly anticipated upcoming season.

Jasprit Bumrah and Harry Maguire (Image Source: Instagram)

Indian pace stalwart Jasprit Bumrah shared a great moment with Harry Maguire, as the two were seen engaged in a friendly conversation. Bumrah captioned his post, “It was great to meet you too @harrymaguire93,” in response to Maguire’s earlier story that read, “Pleasure to meet you @jaspritb1.”

Kuldeep Yadav with Ruben Amorim (Image Source: instagram)

Kuldeep Yadav, known for his deep passion for football, also posted an Instagram story with Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim. He captioned it, “Sharing football knowledge with the man who’s redefining the game,” highlighting his admiration for Amorim’s modern approach to the sport.

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In a video shared by BCCI, the Indian cricket team’s meeting with Manchester United players at the Trafford Training Centre was highlighted. The iconic Manchester United logo framed the event, where cricketers and footballers exchanged jerseys, laughed together, and participated in friendly sports activities. This gathering boosted team spirit and showcased the shared values of sports, emphasizing mutual respect and admiration between the two teams.