My two bits on India's premature exit from the World Cup. And yes, we will support team India no matter what!

The hopes of a million rested on his shoulders. He hoped for a miracle, he hoped to get everyone out!

Just then the ball dashed out of the stadium and with it dashed the hopes of a million to make it to the finals.


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