Why are players wearing black armbands during the India vs England Lord’s ODI?

 Players from India and England wore black armbands to honor Sir Gary Sobers. This tribute occurred before the third and final ODI match at Lord’s. England captain Harry Brook won the toss and elected to bat first. India made several changes to their team due to player injuries. The match was significant with the ODI World Cup approaching. Players from India and England wore black armbands to honor Sir Gary Sobers. This tribute occurred before the third and final ODI match at Lord’s. England captain Harry Brook won the toss and elected to bat first. India made several changes to their team due to player injuries. The match was significant with the ODI World Cup approaching.