The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) unveiled the new 'Blue' Team India jersey for the upcoming 2019 ICC World Cup and the hype around the nation is rapidly growing. The World Cup fever is spreading as we're only a few months away from the biggest extravaganza in the sport which begins May 30.
Team India's new 2019 World Cup jersey was launched by sporting apparel giants Nike in the presence of former captain Dhoni, current skipper Virat Kohli, his Test deputy Ajinkya Rahane and young turk Prithvi Shaw.
Kapil's ‘Devils’ pristine whites at the Lord's in 1983 was a source of inspiration for Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who wore different shades of blue in 2007 and 2011 and is 'proud to hand over the legacy' of Indian jersey to future generations.
Asked about what exactly an Indian jersey reminds him, the two-time World champion former skipper said: "It always reminds me of the great legacy that we have got. It’s not only that. Playing each and every bilateral series, reaching No 1 across formats, all these are motivational stuff."
One of the greatest to ever donned the India Blues, Dhoni spoke with a lot of reverence about how the seeds of the present were sown back in 1983 when Kapil Dev lifted the World Cup.
The current Indian skipper had a message for all aspiring stars.
Kohli had a message for all aspiring India stars.
"There is a certain importance and pride attached to this jersey. Everyone needs to realise that. You have to strive for excellence and show that you are obsessed to win every minute of the game. That’s how you get that jersey," said Kohli.
As the World Cup fever virally spreads across the globe, here's what the Indian fans had to say about new 'Blue' jersey. There have been a few mixed responses as well. Take a look.
The 2019 World Cup opener will see England take on South Africa on May 30, while India play their first match of the tournament against the Proteas as well on June 5.
