NEW DELHI: On the second day of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Indian cricket team wore black armbands to pay tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, who passed away in New Delhi.
Dr. Singh, who served as India’s Prime Minister for two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014, passed away at the age of 92 on March 14. His death occurred at AIIMS after he fell unconscious at his residence, reportedly due to health issues linked to his advanced age.
“The Indian team is wearing black arm bands as a mark of respect in the memory of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away,” the BCCI stated.

A renowned economist, Dr. Singh is credited with spearheading the 1991 economic reforms that helped India overcome a severe financial crisis. His policies introduced economic liberalization, laying the foundation for India’s rapid economic growth in subsequent decades.
The Australian team resumed play on day two with their overnight score of 311/6 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.