Gauri Khan, Suhana celebrate "special moment" as SRK unveils Knight Riders cricket ground on his mother's birthday
Mumbai, July 2
Producer Gauri Khan and her daughter, actor Suhana Khan, are celebrating following the unveiling of Shah Rukh Khan and the Knight Riders Group's cricket stadium at the Fairplex in Pomona, Los Angeles, California.
In an Instagram post, a proud Gauri Khan cheered for her superstar husband and wrote, "Yaaay so proud!! What started as a dream for the Knight Riders is now a reality. Welcoming you all to the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA!!"
On the other hand, Suhana Khan also shared her reaction to what she described as a "special moment", noting that the stadium was unveiled on the same date as the birth anniversary of SRK's mother.
"The Knight Riders Cricket Ground in LA! what a special moment. Made even more meaningful knowing it happened on your mom's birthday," she wrote on Instagram.
On Wednesday, the 'Jawan' star, who co-owns the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise, shared his happiness on social media as a project that started as a "dream" finally became a reality. Calling it a place for sports, entertainment and families, SRK also thanked everyone who supported the journey.
"What started as a dream... turns into reality today. Welcoming you all to the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, LA. A place built not just for sports but also entertainment and for families... and memories that last forever. Special thanks to Jaybhai who has been too kind through this journey @JayShah, & @ICC and @Sanjog_G for being so supportive."
"This is for LA, for cricket fans across the globe, and for the Knight Riders family. Believe in Purple and Gold. Welcome to the home of @LA_KnightRiders," he added.
The venue will become the home ground of the Los Angeles Knight Riders and will stage the franchise's first-ever home match in Major League Cricket.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is so heartwarming! The fact that the stadium was unveiled on his mother's birthday makes it extra special. Gauri and Suhana's reactions show what a close-knit family they are. SRK - always the family man!
Shah Rukh is taking cricket to the world. But I hope this doesn't become just a vanity project - the real test will be whether local LA communities actually embrace the sport. Still, exciting times for cricket!
Love how SRK involves his family in everything. This stadium naming on his mom's birthday feels like a tribute to roots. And the design looks amazing - hope it brings cricket to more Americans!
SRK ne phir se kar dikhaya! From small town Delhi boy to owning a cricket ground in LA. What a journey. Gauri and Suhana's posts show real family pride. Purple and Gold forever! 🟣🟡
I'm happy for the Knight Riders family, but let's be honest - this is a business move for SRK. Nothing wrong with that, but the media hype makes it seem like charity work. It's smart branding. Hope it works for cricket's growth in the US though.
Love seeing Indian families
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