New Delhi, Apr 8:
The Indian Premier League franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad today decided to donate Rs 10 crore towards the nation’s fight against the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, which has created a serious health crisis across the globe.
“Sun TV Group (SunRisers Hyderabad) is donating Rs.10 Crores towards Corona Covid-19 relief measures,” the franchise said in its official twitter handle.
Sunrisers’ initiative drew praise from the team’s skipper David Warner. “How good is this well done Sun TV Group @SunRisers,” the Australian tweeted.
Other IPL teams like Kings XI Punjab and Kolkata Knight Riders have also pledged to contribute to the PM CARES Fund set up by the government to fight against against the pandemic.
Besides, several cricketers, including Sunil Gaavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina and the BCCI among others have also contributed towards the cause. (PTI)