Yusuf Pathan campaigns for Anvar in Nilambur

Former Indian cricketer Yusuf Pathan taking part in a roadshow along with P.V. Anvar at Nilambur on Sunday evening. | Photo Credit: SAKEER HUSSAIN

All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) Lok Sabha member and former Indian cricketer Yusuf Pathan campaigned for TMC State convener and Independent candidate P.V. Anvar in the Nilambur Assembly byelection on Sunday.

Mr. Pathan took part in a roadshow along with Mr. Anvar on Sunday evening. Dozens of supporters on motorbikes joined the roadshow. Large crowds had gathered along the road from Vadapuram to Nilambur town to greet Mr. Pathan.

Before joining the roadshow, Mr. Pathan played cricket with a group of youngsters at Media Sports Turf. He batted while the local youth bowled to him. One of them bowled the former Indian player out, and said it was his dream wicket.

Addressing the media later, Mr. Pathan said that Mr. Anvar would not only influence the election results in Nilambur, but also become the player of the match.

“Mr. Anvar is so dear to the people of Nilambur, and he works for them. He has been working for the people of Nilambur for nine years,” he said.

Mr. Pathan said that the Trinamool Congress could make changes in Kerala too. He added that Mr. Anvar had the blessing of Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee.

Published - June 15, 2025 08:37 pm IST