Former Australian cricketer Brett Lee, who calls India his second home, was seen celebrating the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. During the festival, people welcome Lord Ganesha in their homes and worship him. Lee visited GSB Seva Mandal in Sion to seek blessings of Lord Ganesha. The former Australian fast bowler donned traditional attire as he sought blessings from Bappa. Apparently, it was a nice surprise for fans present at Sion’s GSB Seva Mandal.

The former cricketer appears on cricket show for Star Sports, who are the official broadcasters of Asia Cup 2018 and thus is in India. Lee is also part of the commentary team for the upcoming Asia Cup. Ganesh Visarjan 2018 Dates: Check the List of Ganesha Visarjan Tithi With Shubh Muhurat Timings for 1.5, 3, 5, 7 and Anant Chaturdashi

The former fast bowler recently during. Show said that openers Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma will hold the key for India at the 2018 Asia Cup. “Two key batsmen for India in the Asia Cup, Shikhar Dhawan and secondly Rohit Sharma. I believe Rohit will get the best out of himself and also the team because he has been given that extra bit of responsibility to lead the Indian side. With Virat Kohli not playing, Rohit and Dhawan will be the two key men with the bat for India,” Lee said in a statement issued by the official broadcasters of the Asia Cup, Star Sports. Ganesh Chaturthi 2018: Tips to Make the Recipe of Lord Ganpati's Favourite Modak Healthier This Ganeshotsav

As per Hindu Mythology, worshiping Lord Ganesha brings in wealth and happiness. The 10-day festival sees a lot of excitement among the masses, as some people get the Ganpati idols at home and celebrate. People worship Lord Ganesha and pamper him like a guest.

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