Sheikh Hamdan in India: Dubai Crown Prince meets ICC Chairman, Indian Cricket stars in Mumbai
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence met with International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah during his first official visit to India on Wednesday.
The Dubai Crown Prince also held discussions with Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, along with players Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav in Mumbai, the Dubai Media Office said in a statement on Wednesday.
حمدان بن محمد يلتقي في مومباي رئيس المجلس الدولي للكريكيت ونجوم المنتخب الهندي للعبة، وذلك على هامش زيارة سموه الرسمية إلى الهند.
Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with Chairman of International Cricket Council, Indian cricket stars. During the meeting that formed part of Sheikh… pic.twitter.com/r6cB4qKiSK
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) April 9, 2025
During the meetings, the Crown Prince of Dubai emphasised the UAE's dedication to developing global sport through international partnerships, highlighting the nation's emergence as a centre for sporting events.
Sheikh Hamdan praises Indian cricket
'The UAE's infrastructure, innovation, and long-term vision make it a natural hub for international sporting excellence,' Sheikh Hamdan said.
He further highlighted the significance of Dubai hosting the ICC headquarters since 2005, describing it as evidence of the UAE's support for international sporting bodies.
Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with Chairman of International Cricket Council, Indian cricket stars. During the meeting that formed part of Sheikh Hamdan's first official visit to India, His Highness congratulated them on India's recent triumph in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. @ICC … pic.twitter.com/q4SThb61U8
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) April 9, 2025
Sheikh Hamdan congratulated the Indian players on their victory in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which concluded with the final match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in March.
The Indian cricketers shared their experiences of competing in UAE tournaments and praised the country's facilities, organisation, and sporting atmosphere.
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