In a heartwarming gesture that has touched many hearts, Team India’s fielding coach, T Dilip, surprised his father with a special gift upon his return from the victorious T20 World Cup campaign. Dilip dedicated his winner’s medal to his father, a gesture that was both unexpected and deeply emotional.
In a video posted by Dilip on Instagram, his father is shown admiring the winner’s medal. Just then, the fielding coach takes the moment to place the medal around his father’s neck, bringing tears of joy and pride to his father’s eyes. This touching moment has since gone viral, showcasing the deep bond and love between the coach and his father.
Ever since the start of the 2023 World Cup, T Dilip had made it a tradition in the Indian dressing room to award the best fielder medals to players in each game. This initiative not only motivated the players but also highlighted the importance of fielding in modern cricket. The latest recipient of this accolade was Suryakumar Yadav, who took an outstanding catch in the last over to help India beat South Africa in the T20 World Cup final.
Here’s the heartwarming video of T Dilip’s surprise for his father:
The video captures the essence of family pride and the joy of victory, making it a memorable moment for the Indian cricket community.
