India And England There was an interesting scene on the second day of the fifth Test. All the players of England descended on the field wearing white headbands, seeing the attention of the audience and fans immediately went to this side. This special style surprised everyone and everyone started to know what is the reason behind it. This symbolic performance of the players became a topic of discussion during this important match being played at the Oval.

A great tribute to a great cricketer

Later it was discovered that England players wearing white headbands Graham Thorpe He paid a soulful tribute. Thsarp played 100 Test matches for England and later also became assistant coaches of the team. In August last year, he said goodbye to this world after a long fight with concern and depression.

Friday was his 56th birthday, and because this Test match was being played in his home ground, this day was named “Ek Din for Thorpi”. The players and fans together remembered him in this special way and honored his life and cricket career. One of England’s most respected cricketers, this simplicity to Graham Thorap made everyone emotional.

Headband promoting mental health

These headbands were made in the same way that Graham Thorn used to wear during his sports days. It also had the first letter of his name and his picture. These headbands were sold for 5 pounds and the money received from it was donated to the mental health organization Mind.

The England team wore these headbands at the time of warm-up and also during the match. Joe root and injured captain Ben stokes Many players including this special tribute became emotional. When Thorp was the coach of the England team, he had a deep relationship with Root and Stokes. Both players were seen living this moment with respect and spirit.