Indian Americans were dealing with several questions this morning as USA faced India at the Eisenhower Park stadium in Nassau County in Long Island, New York. They were confused whether to support the matrubhoomi (motherland) or the karmabhoomi (adopted land).
The support for team India was evident by the sea of blue at the stadium, as most fans were seen wearing the Indian team jersey and waving the tricolor. At the same time, there were a large number of desis supporting the USA team, waving the American flag, and sporting red, white, and blue colors with stars and stripes. Many were seen with flags of both countries, while some had the flags drawn on their cheeks.
As USA was dealt its first loss, Indian American cricket fans lauded the team for its great fight, and hailed superpower India for some amazing bowling and batting. Many took to social media to post photos and share their thoughts. Those at the stadium said they were moved by both the national anthems, describing it as a surreal moment.
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