PM Narendra Modi wishes Team India ahead of Cricket World Cup

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wished skipper MS Dhoni and the Indian cricket team his best ahead of the ICC World Cup 2015.

Mr. Modi took to micro-blogging site Twitter to share his sentiments.

As the 2015 Cricket World Cup begins, my best wishes to the Indian Cricket Team. खेलो दिल से, वर्ल्ड कप लाओ फिर से! — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Interestingly, the PM had a unique message of encouragement for every member of Team India.

My best wishes to captain cool @msdhoni. Play hard, lead well & make India proud. Knowing you, I am sure you will. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

I wish our flamboyant vice captain @imVkohli the very best for the upcoming campaign. The entire nation has a lot of hopes on him. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Best wishes @SDhawan25! Give India a wonderful start every time you step on the pitch. Score many many runs, we are all there to cheer you. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

The only batsman to score 2 double centuries in ODIs, @ImRo45's talent has millions of fans. Make us proud once again! — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Suresh Raina has always been agile on the field & hard-hitting with the bat. Hit them out of the park, including the bouncers @ImRaina — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Have a great tournament @RayuduAmbati. I am sure you will keep the runs coming & play a key role in the tournament. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Who is not a fan of Sir Jadeja? We all look forward to seeing your all round performances take India to victory! @imjadeja — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

I am sure your spin bowling will surprise the batsman & give us victory. Play well @Ashwinravi99! My good wishes.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

The young Axar Patel can trick the batsmen with his sharp spin & bounce. Give your best & play without pressure! — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Our young fast bowler Mohit Sharma can bowl a great line & length. He is a great asset to the team. Best of luck. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

I wish my young & extremely talented friend, Mohammed Shami the very best for the World Cup. Play well & get those wickets. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Stuart Binny’s recent all round performances have impressed all. We wish him all the best for the World Cup.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

Good luck @y_umesh. Bowl out the batsmen with your impressive speed & reverse swing. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015

India are defending champions and open their campaign against Pakistan in a high-voltage clash at Adelaide on February 15.

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