In an out-of-the-world moment, the International Cricket Council finally revealed the prestigious trophy of the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 and it was done in a stunning manner. The ODI World Cup 2023 trophy became the first sports’ trophy to be launched into the space.
Yes, you read that right.
The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 trophy was launched into the stratosphere, 12,000 feat above the earth before it was landed successfully at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
An out-of-this-world moment for the cricketing world as the #CWC23 trophy unveiled in space. Marks a milestone of being one of the first official sporting trophies to be sent to space. Indeed a galactic start for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour in India. @BCCI @ICC… pic.twitter.com/wNZU6ByRI5
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 26, 2023
The trophy was attached to a bespoke stratospheric balloon, because of which the stunning launch was made possible. The balloon was attached to 4k cameras and some stunning shots of the planet were captured in the process.
The pictures from the stunning moment have been going viral on the internet. Fans went berserk with the spectacular sight as the first glimpse of the trophy went viral.
Check out some of the reactions of the fans on the World Cup 2023 trophy:
ICC World Cup 2023 Trophy becomes one of the first official sporting trophies to send to space.
Great work by BCCI & ICC. pic.twitter.com/VKcGmTzQrS
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 26, 2023
World Cup 2023 Trophy tour Schedule in Pakistan.
31 July – 4 August pic.twitter.com/SOnCPXwCXn
— Nawaz 🇵🇰 (@Rnawaz31888) June 26, 2023
The World Cup 2023 trophy will be in Pakistan from July 31 to 4th of August.#WorldCup pic.twitter.com/hfHHJ9oeFC
— Ehtisham Siddique (@iMShami_) June 26, 2023
ICC World Cup 2023 Trophy becomes the first official sporting trophy to be sent to space.#CWC23 #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/DfeimiJoJw
— Abdullah Neaz (@cric___guy) June 26, 2023
This is MASSIVE 😍💥
ICC World Cup 2023 Trophy becomes one of the first official sporting trophies to send to space 🔭🪐 pic.twitter.com/lPnfYOei4X
— KARTHIK DP (@dp_karthik) June 26, 2023
The ICC World Cup 2023 Trophy being launched into the Stratosphere, 120,000 feet above the earth, before making a stunning landing at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad.
This is Great & Massive work by BCCI & ICC. pic.twitter.com/NmmodJnvHF
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) June 26, 2023
ICC World Cup 2023 Trophy becomes the first official sporting trophy to be sent to space. pic.twitter.com/o0dhR3peRT
— Utkarsh Tripathi (@RealCricPoint) June 26, 2023
Meanwhile, after the launch of the World Cup 2023 trophy, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah added, “Cricket unites India like no other sport and excitement is building across the country as we prepare to host the 10 best teams in the world over six weeks of heart-stopping cricket.
“As we countdown to the Cup, the Trophy Tour is a fantastic chance for fans to be part of the event wherever they are. The Tour will travel extensively across India and seek to inspire communities to share the excitement of cricket’s greatest spectacle, while providing an opportunity to showcase iconic venues, cities and landmarks throughout the country.”
