Telangana after formation made its first international when India played Srilanaka Sunday 50 overs one day matches at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
Hyderabad Cricket Association president Arshad Ayub and his guests first CM of Telangana, KCR for the game. When arrived KCR, who was granted great welcome. KCR speaking on the occasion vowed to build cricket stadiums in each district. He also plans to develop the Sports City in Hyderabad.
Later the BCCI was asked to help encourage young people in Telangana with its resources. He said Telangana Biddas be part of Indian team in the future. He, as a special gesture kissed the hand of Ambati Rayudu shaking hands with all. Rayudu born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, teams played for Baroda and Hyderabad Rajni.