Indore kids take on KXIP in friendly game

INDORE: School kids of Government Middle School Number 27 in Malwa Mill were in for a surprise from Virendra Sehwag, head of cricket operations, KXIP and players like David Miller, Eoin Morgan, Mohit Sharma Varun Aaron, Akshar Patel and Gurkeerat Maan after the cricketers visited the school on Monday morning.
The players were here to promote better sanitation and interact with students as an initiative by Kings XI Punjab.As part of the initiative, they will refurbish one girls’ school in both of KXIP’s homegrounds - Indore and Mohali.
Excited to meet their favorite players, the students performed a skit for the players. This was followed by the players playing a one over friendly match with students. Sehwag said, “It is always a pleasure to interact with kids, especially girls and we are glad we got to connect with them. KXIP has always worked for the betterment of society and we are positive this programme will assist them in availing better sanitation facilities at their schools.” The franchise along with an NGO has provided the school with better sanitation, drinking facilities and infrastructure.
Satish Menon, chief executive officer, KXIP said , “KXIP has always cared about the community we live in and try to give back. We are glad our small contribution has helped improve lives.”