In a stirring start to the ICC Women’s World Cup, Sri Lanka’s national anthem, “Sri Lanka Matha”, was delivered with solemn pride by singer Nuwandha Senarathne, drawing widespread praise and emotional response from spectators and commentators alike.

The anthem performance came before the opening match between India and Sri Lanka at Barsapara Stadium, adding a poignant tone to the ceremony that also featured performances honouring the late Assamese icon, Zubeen Garg

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