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Sangakkara Welcomes Paralympian Avani Lekhara With Special Jersey At RR Camp

Poulomi Chakraborty

Sangakkara With Avani Lekhara (Source: @rajasthanroyals/x.com)Sangakkara With Avani Lekhara (Source: @rajasthanroyals/x.com)

The big stage of the Indian Premier League never fails to amaze the fans and Rajasthan Royals followed the way. As they are facing Mumbai Indians wearing their 'all pink jersey' for a special cause.

As the franchise’s initiative is winning fans’ heart, they welcomed a special guest. Paralympian rifle shooter Avani Lekhara visited the team and received the warmth from the franchise. After the franchise put on the video, it is winning hearts.

RR’s Special Treat To Avani

Cricket is the major sport in India but people’s admiration for the other sports is unimaginable. Fans never failed to cheer for the other sportspersons of the country. In recent times, para shooter Avani Lekhara marked her space in fans’ heart with her unreal success.

After winning gold in 10m air rifle shooting in Paris Paralympics 2024, the shooter created history. But her recent visit to the Rajasthan Royals camp grabbed the attention. The Royals are facing the Mumbai Indians wearing the special all pink jersey, highlighting the team's dedication to supporting rural areas, with a special focus on empowering women and promoting their growth.

During the time, Avani had a special visit to the team. As the Rajasthan Royals released the video, Kumar Sangakkara was seen handling over the special jersey to the para shooter. In the video, the RR’s director was saying, “Thanks for coming. Thank you so much for supporting as well.” After that, Avani was seen gifting her Paralympics jersey to the RR’s side. The wholesome video is capturing hearts.


Who Is Avani Lekhara?

India never fails to produce best talents, weather, its in cricket or in any other sports and their story always inspire the fans. But para shooter Avani Lekhara is another name of courage and immense talent. Being born in November 8, 2001, Avani met an accident at the age of just 11 and it left her with complete paraplegia.

But Avani transformed this setback into power. In 2020 summer Olympics, she tuned head with two medals. She made history as the first Indian woman to win two medals at the Paralympic Games.

In Paralympics 2024, she won gold medal in 10m air rifle shooting and become the first Indian women athlete to win three Paralympics medals. As it’s just started, fans are waiting for some more milestones of Avani.