14 Sept 2026
IND vs AFG 1st T20I: 'Vande Mataram' sung before 'Jana Gana Mana' for first time at international cricket match
For the first time in history, 'Vande Mataram' was sung at an international cricket match. It was played before 'Jana Gana Mana', the national anthem. This happened ahead of the India versus Afghanistan first T20I. The national song came first, and the anthem followed it. It matters to fans, players and organisers because it marks a new match-day practice in Indian cricket.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Vande Mataram was sung at an international cricket match for the first time in history.
- It was sung before the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana.
- The singing took place ahead of the India versus Afghanistan first T20I.
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