Rajnikanth watches India vs Australia ODI at Wankhede stadium in Mumbai

Rajnikanth was in Mumbai to watch India vs Australia ODI match on Friday. Tamil superstar was invited by president of Mumbai Cricket Association to watch  match at Wankhede stadium. Rajinikanth's wife Latha also accompanied him on this trip. 

Why is Rajinikanth's visit to Mumbai special?

Rajnikanth revealed that last cricket match he watched in Mumbai was during 2011 World Cup, in which India lifted trophy.  match was a special one as Indian cricket team became first country to win world cup final on ir home turf. To have Rajnikanth back in Wankhede stadium after over a decade was a matter of privilege and gratitude for president Amol Kale.

Mumbai Cricket Association welcomes 'Thalaiva'

Mumbai Cricket Association immediately put out a tweet on ir official handle about Rajnikanth's arrival at stadium. post read, " Thalaiva in house. President of Mumbai Cricket Association, Mr. @Amolkk1976 in conversation with Superstar @rajinikanth during #INDvAUS game at Wankhede". post also shows two pictures, one where Amol Kale and Rajnikanth are seated toger and or of m in animated conversation.

Rajnikanth to meet india and Australia teams

India and Australia teams have also expressed ir excitement about to meeting Rajinikanth. While it will most certainly be a special event for entire Indian cricket team, Australian cricketer David Warner is also allegedly a big fan of Rajinikanth. 

Rajnikanth was last seen in 2021 film Annaat. His lineup for year includes Jailer which will be his 169th outing to cinemas. He is also collaborating with Jai Bhim director TJ Gnanavel for an upcoming film.