The Indian Cricket Team observed a moment's silence in memory of the victims of the Odisha train tragedy ahead of the start of play on Day 1 of the ICC World Test Championship final at The Oval in London on Wednesday.
'The team mourns the deaths and offers its deepest condolences to the families and friends of all those who tragically lost their lives. To express solidarity with those affected, Team India will wear black armbands,' the BCCI said in a statement.
Earlier, India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl against Australia in the World Test Championship Final at The Oval, on Wednesday.
The Rahul Dravid-coached side went in with a four-pronged pace attack and preferred Ravindra Jadeja over seasoned off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.
