Facts Behind the Jersey Numbers of Indian Cricket Players

BENGALURU:  The numbering behind the jersey was first introduced in the cricket world cup in 1999. During the 1999 world cup captain of every team wore number 1 jersey and other players were seen wearing numbers in between 2 and 15. Since then number on the jerseys have evolved and has become a cult in the cricketing world. It is interesting that some of the greatest players in the history of cricket are remembered along with their jersey number. 

There are so many interesting factors associated with jersey numbers, ranging from team identity to superstitious belief to self belief and numerology. We have always seen that people usually get carried away by myths while another set are emotionally attached to those superstitious beliefs that boosts their self confidence and helps them to succeed. The story of those players who have believed in the myths and who thinks it’s just a number is neatly chronicled in the Scoopwhoop blog by Akarsh Mehrotra.

Ever wondered the reason behind the jersey numbers picked up by Indian players?

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