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Fans swarm Indore airport to catch glimpse of India and West Indies T20 squads
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM
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Thousands of cricket fans gathered at Indore’s Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport on Saturday as the Indian and West Indies T20 squads arrived, hoping to spot stars like Vaibhav and Shubman.
The Indian and West Indies cricket teams touched down in Indore on Saturday ahead of the upcoming T20 series, prompting a massive turnout of supporters at the city’s Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport. Fans lined the tarmac and the arrival lounge, waving flags and chanting in anticipation of a glimpse of their favourite players.
Among the most eagerly awaited faces were young Indian batsmen Vaibhav and Shubman, whose recent performances have drawn considerable attention. The crowd’s enthusiasm extended to the West Indies contingent as well, with supporters hoping to catch sight of the Caribbean side’s key performers.
After a brief interaction with the media, both squads were escorted to their hotel, where they will begin preparations for the first match of the series. The electric atmosphere at the airport underscores the high expectations of Indian cricket fans for a thrilling contest on home soil.
Local authorities coordinated crowd management to ensure safety, while police presence helped maintain order as fans surged forward for photographs and autographs. The event highlights the growing passion for cricket in central India, especially as the nation gears up for a high‑stakes encounter with the West Indies.
Among the most eagerly awaited faces were young Indian batsmen Vaibhav and Shubman, whose recent performances have drawn considerable attention. The crowd’s enthusiasm extended to the West Indies contingent as well, with supporters hoping to catch sight of the Caribbean side’s key performers.
After a brief interaction with the media, both squads were escorted to their hotel, where they will begin preparations for the first match of the series. The electric atmosphere at the airport underscores the high expectations of Indian cricket fans for a thrilling contest on home soil.
Local authorities coordinated crowd management to ensure safety, while police presence helped maintain order as fans surged forward for photographs and autographs. The event highlights the growing passion for cricket in central India, especially as the nation gears up for a high‑stakes encounter with the West Indies.