MS Dhoni in Bommalattam? A fusion of cricket and folk arts

During the pandemic, the Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020 has arrived like a breath of fresh air. Even if it is in the UAE this time, the cricketing carnival has not failed to entertain the fans with brilliant performances on the field. The tournament transcends sport and represents the culture and identity of the states competing for the ultimate glory. It highlights the 'Unity in Diversity' of India. A cricketer from North India leads a team from the South and a player from South India leads a team from the East. In such a scenario, the Last Bench Studio has come up with 'Folk Cricket' in which the cricketers feature on posters based on the folk traditions of the region that his team represents. For more on Last Bench, visit https://www.lastbench.studio. 

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma has been associated with the Warli, an old Indian folk art that originates in Maharashtra. Credit: Last Bench

India skipper and Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli has been associated with the Togalu Gombeyata, a puppet show unique to Karnataka, for RCB's fortune lies in the hands of 'King Kohli'. Credit: Last Bench

Kolkata Knight Rider's Andre Russell has been associated with Goddess Kali, a revered figure in West Bengal for his ability to demolish the opposition single-handedly. Credit: Last Bench