In a light-hearted moment of diplomacy, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon showcased his cricket skills during a gully cricket event in New Delhi.
Joining him in the friendly match were former Indian cricket icon Kapil Dev and ex-New Zealand cricketers Ross Taylor and Ajaz Patel, adding star power to the game.
The event drew cheers from a lively crowd of children, who were delighted by the sportsmanship on display. PM Luxon impressed spectators with his batting and fielding prowess, even taking a sharp catch that won applause from the audience. Speaking on the occasion, he expressed his excitement at sharing the pitch with Kapil Dev and competing against Taylor and Patel.
This event followed an earlier exchange of cricket banter between PM Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a diplomatic meeting. Cricket, often referred to as a religion in India, served as a bridge of camaraderie between the two nations.
The gathering was a perfect blend of sports and diplomacy, underscoring cricket’s unifying power on and off the field.
