TB Awareness Cricket Match: Neta XI vs. Abhineta XI

A special cricket match will be organized on 22nd March 2025 at the MCA Cricket Ground, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) Mumbai. The match is being arranged to make the nation TB aware and assist India in achieving its mission of being TB-free.
Teams and Captains Two teams will play this friendly match:

Neta XI: Convened by Anurag Thakur, former Union Minister and Member of Parliament.

Abhineta XI: Convened by Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty.

Purpose of the Match The primary objective of this event is to create awareness regarding TB and urge people to take preventive actions. This endeavor is also in sync with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a TB-free India. The government, sports community, and film industry are joining hands for this purpose.

🚨 NETA XI VS ABHINETA XI. 🚨

- Neta XI led by Anurag Thakur will face Abhineta XI led by Suniel Shetty in a TB Mukt awareness match at BKC, Mumbai on 22nd March. pic.twitter.com/vFEnc5X6Q5

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 21, 2025

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Quotes of the Captains

Anurag Thakur mentioned that this game is not only a game. It is a chance to raise awareness about TB and make India a healthier country.
Suniel Shetty spoke with enthusiasm regarding the event. He feels that cricket is an effective medium to unite people and convey valuable messages.
Past Efforts In December 2024, the same event was conducted at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. Several Members of Parliament took part in that game to create awareness regarding TB. The game at BKC, Mumbai, next will not only be a fun cricket game but also an important milestone towards India's war against tuberculosis. By engaging prominent personalities from the political and entertainment world, the campaign aims to reach a big audience and persuade individuals to participate in the cause of a TB-free India.