Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who gave live commentary during the India and Pakistan match on February 15 at the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, feels that no emotion and feeling can beat the joy of wrapping the National Flag over the shoulders.
"Such a great joy when you drape the National Flag over your shoulders, wrapped around in patriotic fervour, delighted that one can share that moment with the Sunday well-wishers, it is the ultimate emotion," the 72-year-old posted on his blog. (Also Read: Amitabh Bachchan Celebrates India's Win, Considers More Commentary)
He also shared a photograph of himself greeting several of his fans who had gathered outside his house in Mumbai to get a glimpse of the megastar.
"Something stirs you on when it's a matter of country and our team that effect and feel of being a part of your great country is beyond comprehension. It works for all nations and each nation feels a sense of pride and value every time the anthem is played. Sometimes that moment before a game, any game, is the most poignant and inspiring moment, the game comes after, way after," he added. (Also Read: At India vs Pakistan, Amitabh Bachchan's Voice. Twitter Pronounces a Verdict)
Big B was a commentator at the Indo-Pak match as part of integration between broadcaster Star Sports and the makers of his latest film Shamitabh, which released on February 6. (Also Read: Amitabh Bachchan's Special Day, February 15. And it Has Nothing to do With Cricket)
Mr Bachchan took to the microphone with some of the former cricketing legends after India won the toss and decided to bat.
He was delighted with the honour. "Commentating for the India vs Pakistan World Cup 2015 at the Star Studios, an honour one can only imagine and hope for, the cricketing legends of the likes of Kapil Dev, Rahul Dravid, Shoaib Akhtar by your side. Their keen interest in making sure I get it all proper and right. Seasoned Arun Lal and other commentators lending a helping hand and then sitting back after a while to see India victorious in a most decisive win; What a Sunday," he said.
This Article is From Feb 16, 2015
Amitabh Bachchan on India vs Pakistan Match: Great Joy to Drape National Flag
- Indo-Asian News Service
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Feb 16, 2015 14:18 pm IST
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Published On Feb 16, 2015 14:14 pm IST
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Last Updated On Feb 16, 2015 14:18 pm IST
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Amitabh Bachchan greeted his Sunday well-wishers with the Tricolour draped over his shoulders.
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