Key facts
- Yashasvi Jaiswal gifted a cricket helmet to Kumar Sangakkara
- Sangakkara seen wearing the Indian helmet on his return to cricket
- The gesture went viral on social media
News18 reports that legendary former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara was spotted back at cricket wearing a helmet gifted to him by India's young opening batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal. The gesture, which saw one of cricket's all-time greats don gear from a rising Indian star, quickly went viral across social media platforms.
Sangakkara, widely regarded as one of the finest batsmen in cricket history, has remained closely connected to the game after retirement through various administrative and mentoring roles. Jaiswal, who has rapidly established himself as one of India's most exciting batting talents, presented the helmet to Sangakkara in what appears to have been a personal gesture of respect and admiration.
For Indian fans, the moment is a charming reminder of cricket's ability to bridge generations and nations. Jaiswal's growing profile — both on the field and in moments like these — underlines why he is considered one of India's brightest batting prospects for the years ahead.