The Hindu : dated 28th November, 1952: Test Teams Felicitated in Madras

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dated 28th November, 1952: Test Teams Felicitated in Madras

On the 27th, Mr. T. Chengalvaroyan, Mayor, gave a civic reception at the Corporation Stadium to the cricket teams of India and Pakistan. A large gathering of distinguished persons attended the function. The members of the two teams were received at the Stadium by the Mayor, and Mr. C. Narasimham, Commissioner. The guests partook of tea before the function began. The Mayor extended a hearty welcome to the visiting players, and said that the Corporation could boast of its own Stadium put up at a cost of seven lakhs of rupees. The Corporation could not exclusively reserve the Stadium for cricket, but it was their ambition to prepare an excellent pitch. He hoped that the next Test in Madras would be played in the Corporation Stadium. Cricket, Mr. Chengalvaroyan said, was growing increasingly popular. Exchange of sportsmen between countries would help to achieve unity; it was a happy sign that the Pakistan Cricket team was in India; Madras was always known for the cordial relationship it nurtured between all communities. He hoped there would be an interesting cricket encounter, and that the visitors would carry home pleasant memories of their stay in the city.

A. H. Kardar, captain of the visiting team, thanked the Mayor for the reception and the sentiments expressed. He pointed out that, all over the world, the common man wanted nothing more than peace, security, a roof over his head, and a healthy atmosphere in which he could live and bring up his children. Yet, people found themselves dragged into war and other calamities. "Our ancients," Kardar said, "were guided by justice and fair-play; there was a feeling of brotherliness among them. We should all strive now to establish peace in the world. That can be done if we too are similarly guided. Peace between India and Pakistan will bring about a healthy atmosphere in the East.

In this respect, sports can help us best." Kardar was sure that his boys would enjoy their stay in Madras. In the absence of the Indian Captain, Lala Amarnath, all-rounder Vinoo Mankad, spoke very briefly on behalf of the home-team. He thanked the Mayor heartily for the reception.

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