In a heartwarming display of generosity and sportsmanship, KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty hosted a charity auction to benefit the Vipla Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing quality education to underprivileged children. The auction, held in Mumbai, saw some of the biggest names in international cricket contribute their prized possessions for this noble cause.
Virat Kohli’s jersey takes center stage
The highlight of the auction was undoubtedly Virat Kohli‘s jersey, which fetched a staggering INR 40 lakh. This extraordinary sum underscores the immense popularity and influence of Indian cricket and the positive impact it can have on society. Kohli’s contribution didn’t end there; his gloves were also sold for a significant INR 28 lakh.
MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, and Rahul Dravid contribute to the cause
MS Dhoni, the legendary former captain of India and Chennai Super Kings, added his own piece of history to the auction with his bat, which was sold for INR 13 lakhs. Rohit Sharma‘s bat also commanded a significant price tag of INR 24 lakhs. Rahul Dravid, the “Wall” of Indian cricket, contributed his bat, which fetched INR 11 lakhs. KL Rahul’s own jersey was sold for INR 11 lakhs, demonstrating his commitment to the cause.
A successful fundraising effort
The auction was a resounding success, raising a total of INR 1.93 crores. This substantial amount will go directly towards supporting the Vipla Foundation’s mission to provide education to differently-abled children. The event showcased the power of sports in driving social change and the generosity of the cricketing community.
“Rahul and I are thrilled to announce our first charity auction, ‘Cricket for a Cause,’ to benefit the Vipla Foundation,” Athiya Shetty said during the event, as quoted by TOI
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KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty’s personal connection to the cause
Both KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty expressed their deep personal connection to the Vipla Foundation, which was started by Rahul’s grandmother. They emphasized the importance of providing educational opportunities to children with disabilities and urged everyone to support the cause.
Rahul joining into Athiya’s sentiments, added “The proceeds from this auction will go directly towards supporting the Vipla Foundation’s special school for hearing-impaired and intellectually disabled children, a cause that is incredibly close to my heart.”
Notibly the charity auction serves as a testament to the positive impact that cricket can have on society. It highlights the power of sports to bring people together and inspire acts of kindness and generosity. The overwhelming response to the auction demonstrates the immense goodwill and support that cricket enjoys among fans around the world.
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