Puneri Bappa

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"Puneri Bappa" is a spirited and passionate nickname for the India cricket team, especially embraced by fans from Pune and the surrounding regions. The term "Puneri" signifies the team's strong connection to Pune, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant cricketing community. "Bappa" is a colloquial term meaning "father" or "protector," symbolizing the team's role as a guiding force and a source of pride for its supporters. Together, "Puneri Bappa" embodies the team's resilience, strength, and deep-rooted local pride, inspiring players and fans alike to stand united in pursuit of cricketing excellence on the international stage.