Former UK PM Rishi Sunak visited Parsee Gymkhana in Mumbai, marking the club's 140th anniversary. He played cricket with local boys and interacted with gymkhana members. Sunak, of Indian origin, noted the historical significance of the venue and the gymkhana's acquisition from the colonial government.
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