IND-W vs AUS-W: Why India Women’s team will wear pink jersey vs Australia in 3rd ODI in Delhi today?
Aimed at promoting breast cancer awareness, the Women in Blue will be sporting a rare pink jersey, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed in a video on social media on match-day morning.Story continues below this ad“Everyday we train for uncertainties, and this jersey is a reminder for you to be prepared. Let’s make breast self-examination a monthly routine and take a stand against breast cancer,” captain Harmanpreet said in the video message.“This pink jersey is more than just a symbol. It is a call to build a life-saving habit. Together, let’s fight against breast cancer and give ourselves a hug of life,” all-rounder Sneh Rana said.Similar causesIn 2016, during an ODI in Visakhapatnam against New Zealand, the men’s team led by former India captain MS Dhoni, wore special jerseys that had their mothers’ names on the back. Then, in 2019, they wore camouflage caps during an ODI against Australia in Ranchi to honour the soldiers who died in the Pulwama terrorist attack.Series decider
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