The Indian cricket team wore black armbands on the second day of the fourth Test match against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) to honour the late former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92 in Delhi.

Dr. Singh died due to age-related health issues after a sudden loss of consciousness, and despite efforts by doctors at AIIMS Delhi, he was declared dead on the evening of December 26, 2024.

In a post shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on X, the team expressed their respect for Dr. Singh, acknowledging his passing with this gesture.

Following the news, several former Indian cricketers, including Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Gautam Gambhir, and VVS Laxman, shared heartfelt tributes, praising Dr. Singh’s leadership and his role in shaping India’s economy.

Dr. Manmohan Singh, a prominent figure in Indian politics, served two consecutive terms as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014.

He played a pivotal role in India’s economic reforms and was highly regarded for his integrity and vision.

His political career also included serving in the Rajya Sabha for 33 years, until his retirement earlier this year.

His contributions to India and his legacy as a leader have been fondly remembered by many across different spheres, including cricket, with cricketers expressing their condolences and honoring his memory.

(With an input from ANI)