Team India left in shock during training session in England after tragic plane crash news

Team India players were left numb during a training session at Beckenham after news of a devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday, June 12, which claimed 241 lives. Although the session was optional, players and staff appeared visibly shaken, with many murmuring about the tragedy, reported RevSportz journalist Rohit Juglan.

A London-bound Air India flight, AI171, crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787-8 was carrying 242 people, including two pilots and ten cabin crew members. According to Reuters, it is the deadliest aviation tragedy across the world in the past ten years.

The plane crashed into a residential neighborhood close to the airport. Among the victims was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Notably, authorities confirmed that one person survived the crash.

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India Players Left Numb in Beckenham After Tragic Plane Crash News

Indian players took part in a training session on the eve of the four-day intra-squad match in Beckenham, set to begin Friday. Only batters hit the nets, while fast bowlers from both the senior and A squads skipped practice.

The session also included focused slip-catching drills, with Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Yashasvi Jaiswal forming the cordon.

However, the atmosphere remained subdued following news of a devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad. The usual chatter and laughter were absent as players maintained a quiet, professional demeanor.

The crash reportedly injured 50 to 60 medical students when the plane struck a doctors' hostel. According to the BBC, five students remain unaccounted for, and at least two are in critical condition in the ICU.

Extremely Saddened by the Tragic Crash in Ahmedabad: Gautam Gambhir

Following the conclusion of the training session, India head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his sadness over the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad through a post on X (formerly Twitter). Gambhir wrote that he extended his thoughts and prayers to those impacted by the disaster.

Team captain Shubman Gill also reacted to the tragedy on social media, saying he was "shaken" by the heartbreaking events. He offered prayers for the victims and strength to the brave souls helping on the ground.

“Extremely saddened by the tragic crash in Ahmedabad. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this catastrophe,” Gambhir tweeted.

Extremely saddened by the tragic crash in Ahmedabad. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this catastrophe.

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) June 12, 2025

“Shaken by the heartbreaking tragedy in Ahmedabad. In this hour of grief, sending prayers to all those affected, and strength to the brave souls helping on the ground,” Gill tweeted.

Shaken by the heartbreaking tragedy in Ahmedabad. In this hour of grief, sending prayers to all those affected, and strength to the brave souls helping on the ground. 🙏💔

— Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) June 12, 2025

Really Sad and Disturbing News from Ahmedabad - Rohit Sharma

Several Indian cricketers took to social media to express their condolences and support following the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Among them, India captain Rohit Sharma shared a heartfelt message on his Instagram story, calling the news "really sad and disturbing".

“Really sad and disturbing news from Ahmedabad. Prayers for all the lives lost and their families.”

Here are other reactions from the cricket fraternity on X:

"Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad today. My heartfelt prayers go out to the families and loved ones of those affected. May they find strength in this time of immense grief," former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who recently returned from the UK, wrote.

Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad today. My heartfelt prayers go out to the families and loved ones of those affected. May they find strength in this time of immense grief.

— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) June 12, 2025

"Deeply saddened by the tragedy in Ahmedabad. Praying for strength and peace for the families of all those affected," ex-India skipper Anil Kumble also wrote.

Deeply saddened by the tragedy in Ahmedabad. Praying for strength and peace for the families of all those affected.

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) June 12, 2025

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