The Indian cricket team is currently in Manchester for the fourth Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, scheduled to be held at Old Trafford from July 23 to 27. Ahead of the much-anticipated clash, Indian cricketers had the chance to meet players from Manchester United Football Club.
Indian Cricketers and Manchester United Stars Unite for a Promotional Event
Adidas’ official Instagram handle shared several photos capturing a fun crossover between cricket and football. Indian stars like Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill were seen enjoying a game of football with Manchester United players. In one standout moment, pacer Mohammed Siraj bowled to defender Harry Maguire, the former Man Utd captain.
Following their match against Leeds United, Manchester United players met the Indian cricketers on Sunday.
The players posed together for group photos, with Indian cricketers wearing Manchester United jerseys and Red Devils players donning Indian cricket team kits.
It was our pleasure to welcome #TeamIndia to Carrington today 🏏🇮🇳
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 20, 2025
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It was a rare and delightful moment as athletes from two different sports came together, capturing a photo that quickly sent social media into a frenzy.
Not only did they pose for pictures, but they also shared light-hearted moments and were even seen playing a casual game of cricket together.
In one standout photo, Harry Maguire was spotted with the bat, while Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj bowled to him, adding to the charm of the crossover encounter.
— BCCI (@BCCI) July 20, 2025
Shubman Gill is seen smiling alongside Bruno Fernandes, while Mohammed Siraj poses with Amad Diallo. Jasprit Bumrah is captured in conversation with Mason Mount and Harry Maguire. Meanwhile, India head coach Gautam Gambhir is pictured with Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim in several images that have taken social media by storm.
Manchester United, the 20-time league champions, will begin their 2025–26 Premier League campaign with a home fixture against Arsenal on August 17.