The players of Gujarat Titans (GT) will put on special lavender jerseys for their home match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 against the Super Giants of Lucknow (LSG) at the Narendra Modi stadium here on Thursday to support the fight against cancer. “Continuing this new initiative for the third consecutive year, the Titans aim to raise awareness of the critical importance of early detection and access to quality care for cancer patients,” said the franchise based in Ahmedabad in a statement.
“The match against LuckNow super-managers will be special because the Gujarat titans plan not only to beat for cancer survivors and patients, but also to unite fans for the cause by distributing thirty thousand lavender flags and ten thousand lavender jerseys between them,” he added.
The captain of the GT Shubman Gill, who played an undefeated blow of 93 with the 108 B. Sai Sudharsan not against the capitals of Delhi in a commanding victory of 10 counters to seal the place of the playoffs, said that the special tribute is their way of expressing their solidarity with cancer warriors.
“As ahletes, we recognize the platform that we must influence change. Wearing these lavender jerseys is our way of showing solidarity with cancer warriors and honoring their resilience. We believe that, thanks to conscience and education, we can allow individuals to take care of their health and contribute to a future where cancer is no longer a great FOE.”
Colonel Arvinder Singh, head of the Titans of Gujarat, said: “This is the third consecutive year of the Gujarat Titans which strike the cause of awareness of cancer. We are happy to have our fans alongside us who have shown constant support to echo the message for early diagnosis and pre -emptive care for cancer.
“On May 22, Ahmedabad echoes the message of solidarity of thousands of spectators in the fight against cancer, while we aim to realize that cancer, in any form whatsoever, can be fought and defeated with appropriate care,” he said.
With 18 points in 12 games, the Gujarat titans are about to finish at the top of the table if they win their next two home games – against LSG and Chennai Super Kings (May 25).
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