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'Jasprit Bumrah wants to play': Chris Martin's surprise announcement during Coldplay show - WATCH

NEW DELHI: British band Coldplay's Mumbai concert on Saturday proved to be an unforgettable night for both music lovers and cricket fans alike.

During one of the final songs at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin surprised the crowd when he unexpectedly mentioned the name of India’s star bowler Jasprit Bumrah.

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Martin said, "Hold on, we have to finish the show because Jasprit Bumrah wants to come and play backstage."

After expressing his gratitude to the fans, he added, "He [Bumrah] says he needs to bowl at me now."

The mention of Bumrah sent cricket fans into a frenzy, and many speculated that the bowler would appear on stage.

Though Bumrah did not show up, Martin’s shout-out to the cricketer sparked an enthusiastic cheer from the crowd.

Bumrah had recently been named Player of the Series in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25, having taken 32 wickets in the five-match series against Australia. He also captained the Indian team in the first and final Test of the series.

As for Coldplay's India tour, the band is set to perform again in Mumbai on January 19 and January 21.

Following their Mumbai concerts, they will head to Ahmedabad for two shows on January 25 and 26.

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