Marvel-lous roar awaits Indian PM with exciting cricket news expected

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a rock star welcome to Melbourne for bilateral talks as anticipation builds around an exciting announcement regarding the first Big Bash League game with an Indian link.

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