World Cup 2015 Photos

West Indies get Ready for Indian Challenge, the Caribbean Style!

March 03, 2015 18:24

The West Indies cricket team arrived at Perth to a Caribbean-style party ahead of their crucial fixture against India on Friday.

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Chris Gayle and Andre Russell hopped onto the stage as West Indies were welcomed with a Caribbean-style party at Perth (Images courtesy: Tourism Western Australia/ Travis Hayto)
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Where there's Caribbean, there is a lot of song and dance! A large gathering of fans turned up to welcome their heroes
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Even on the musical stage, it was tough for Chris Gayle to stay out of action! He joined the performer and added some extra colour to the already vibrant night.
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Fans lined up to get a glimpse (and an autograph) of their favourite cricket stars.
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Gayle was being the sport that he always is, meeting and embracing fans at the gathering.
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The vintage 1992 World Cup jersey also made an appearance as Gayle signed it for a fan.
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West Indies captain Jason Holder presented Western Australia Minister for Tourism Dr. Kim Hames with a gift of a jersey that he has played in.
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The 12-piece Perth Pandemix Steel Orchestra played a mix of modern and Caribbean music
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The Caribbean party really got started when musicians Grace Barbe and Crucial Rockers shared the stage with Chris Gayle and Andre Russell.
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The West Indies team, due to face MS Dhoni's men on Friday, looked relaxed and ready for the massive challenge.
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Young cricket fans got a great opportunity to enjoy to their heart's content, coming up, close and personal with their cricketing heroes.
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The flags were out in full swing and the mood was joyous as West Indian players enthralled a big gathering at Perth.
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The West Indies squad posed for photos, signed autographs and then enjoyed some Caribbean catering mingling with their fans.
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Chris Gayle had to step aside and let Andre Russell take the floor, who displayed his singing skills.
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The West Indies fans are all smiles! Can the team upset Dhoni's Team India on Friday and keep the happiness going.

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