The ex-New Zealand opener was greeted with warmth and affection by the Indian team management and the cricketers.

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Their awe for a man, who can be credited for starting the process of building a competent, match-winning unit, which Team India has now turned into, was evident.

The Indian team was on tenterhooks when Wright took charge and helped the Men in Blue reach the finals of the 2003 World Cup.

After exchanging pleasantries with the players, Wright was involved in a long discussion with Tendulkar.