NEW DELHI: In a delightful blend of Bollywood glitz and sports fervor, Indian actor-entrepreneur
Kareena Kapoor Khan
and boxing legend MC
Mary Kom
graced the electrifying clash between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the
Arun Jaitley Stadium
.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, who was also bestowed with the honour of tossing the coin, garnered thunderous applause from the spirited crowd as she stepped onto the pitch.
Alongside her, Mary Kom, both serving as PUMA brand ambassadors, exuded enthusiasm, cheering for the players and soaking in the pulsating atmosphere from the stands.
The star-studded event witnessed the presence of iconic women from various fields, including fashion designer
Masaba Gupta
, Vineeta Singh of SUGAR Cosmetics, and media influencer Faye D’Souza. United in their passion for the game, they seized every moment to capture the essence of the match through selfies, videos, and images for their social media followers.
Mary Kom, a six-time world champion, encapsulated her exhilarating experience through social media, emphasizing the significance of witnessing a packed stadium and the overwhelming support for women in sports. Her caption resonated with the collective aspiration to empower girls and nurture their sporting dreams.
Their dynamic presence elevated the spectacle of
women's cricket
, highlighting its entertainment quotient and the growing influence of women in sports.
As the carnival continues to captivate audiences across India, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Mary Kom's presence symbolized the fusion of glamour and grit, adding a new dimension to the sporting narrative.
(With inputs from IANS)
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