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Modi praises Indian origin stars in Netherlands cricket team, tying diaspora pride to T20 World Cup moment
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Published on 16 May 2026
He singled out an Indian origin youngster by name
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Netherlands cricket team during a community event in The Hague, highlighting the role of Indian-origin players in lifting the squad. Speaking to the Indian diaspora, he noted the Netherlands’ strong showing against India’s champions at the recent T20 World Cup and pointed to Aryan Dutt’s contributions. Modi also drew a parallel to hockey, crediting Dutch coaches and head coach Sjoerd Marijne for shaping India’s women’s team, while encouraging support for the upcoming Hockey World Cup.
- Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at a community programme in The Hague
- He praised Indian-origin cricketers for their positive impact on the Netherlands team
- Modi referenced the Netherlands’ “sublime display” against India at the T20 World Cup
- He specifically named Aryan Dutt as a contributing youngster
- Modi highlighted Dutch coaching influence on India’s women’s hockey team
- He urged people to cheer India at the upcoming Hockey World Cup
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