Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Zubeen Garg Tribute Planned at Women's World Cup Opening
Assam is mourning the loss of singer Zubeen Garg.
To honor him, the BCCI will hold a special 40-minute memorial during the Women's World Cup opening ceremony on September 30 in Guwahati.
The opening match features India against Sri Lanka.
The event will also have a performance by Shreya Ghoshal.
The tribute recognizes Garg's impact on Assamese culture during a time when the state is still saddened by his passing.
The BCCI hopes the Indian women's cricket team will perform well in the tournament.
The BCCI will hold a memorial tribute to Zubeen Garg at the Women's World Cup opening ceremony.
The memorial will last 40 minutes.
The opening ceremony is on September 30 in Guwahati.
The inaugural match will feature India against Sri Lanka.
Shreya Ghoshal will perform at the ceremony.
- Who
- BCCI, Assam Cricket Association, Zubeen Garg's fans
- What
- Memorial tribute and opening ceremony
- When
- September 30
- Where
- Guwahati, India
- Why
- To honor Zubeen Garg
- Event
- ICC Women's World Cup Opening Ceremony
- Date
- September 30
- Location
- Guwahati, India
- Tribute
- 40-minute memorial for Zubeen Garg
- Opening Match
- India vs. Sri Lanka
- Key Performer
- Shreya Ghoshal
Sources
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