This is news that is surprising because it is unexpected.
Rahul Gandhi was reportedly approached by the BCCI via a letter asking him to lend his representation in the promotion of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011.

Interestingly while the young Congress politician is yet to officially confirming receiving the mail and giving his approval or denial, there are questions being asked if cricket needs a politician behind the sports venture that is expected to receive huge amounts of interest anywhere in the country and is not in need of a mascot.
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