There is a jalandhar connection to team India’s memorable win today at Gabba as the helmets worn by a number of players from the Indian cricket team including Rishabh Pant and Cheteshwar Pujara, was manufactured here in Jalandhar with the name Shrey Sports helmets.
This series has been a tough one for India as multiple players were injured, but what kept them going despite the world-class bowling attack of the Kangaroos, was undoubtedly helmets.
Raghav Kohli, owner of Shrey Sports, in conversation with True Scoop, expressed happiness over India’s win on Australian soil. He congratulated the team for breaking Australia's record of being unbeaten at the Gabba, Brisbane since 1988.
Kohli said that the main product of their firm is cricket helmet and a number of players from the Indian cricket team, including Virat Kohli, Mahender Singh Dhoni, Shikhar Dhawan and many International players wear Shrey Sports helmets.
On the manufacturing of the helmets, Raghav said that the company has kept pace with modern demands, and has fought off bigger corporations when it comes to quality. He said that the helmet they make is probably the No. 1 helmet in the world and more than 60 percent of players worldwide are using it at present.
Meanwhile, hailing team India's performance, Sourav Ganguly announced a whopping bonus of Rs 5 crore for team India.
BCCI President Sourav Ganguly took to Twitter and wrote, "Just a remarkable win...To go to Australia and win a test series in this way ...will be remembered in the history of indian cricket forever ..Bcci announces a 5 cr bonus for the team ..The value of this win is beyond any number…..well done to every member of the touring party."
Following this, wishes pour down from all around the world. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter and wrote, "We are all overjoyed at the success of the Indian Cricket Team in Australia. Their remarkable energy and passion was visible throughout. So was their stellar intent, remarkable grit and determination. Congratulations to the team! Best wishes for your future endeavours."