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Former India cricket captain and commentator Ravi Shastri was spotted at The Hundred tournament, where he obtained a special souvenir for his daughter from England and Real Madrid football star Jude Bellingham. Fans have reacted positively online, with many appreciating the light-hearted exchange between two global sports icons.
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The English star, who shone during the 2026 FIFA World Cup for his side becoming one of the contenders for the Golden Boot, is an owner of the Birmingham Phoenix cricket team. He has purchased a 1.2% stake in the Hundred’s side.
Ravi Shastri flaunts Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham's autograph for daughter at The Hundred
In a warm interaction captured at the event, Shastri shook hands with Bellingham and asked for a signed cap. Highlighting the footballer's popularity among cricket fans and families alike, Shastri stated:
“The autograph is for my daughter. She wouldn’t have allowed me home if I had not taken it.”
The moment underscores the growing crossover appeal between cricket and football at major English sporting events. The Hundred, the ECB’s innovative 100-ball competition, continues to attract high-profile figures from across the sporting world, blending entertainment with elite competition.
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