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As the plane touched down in Australia, the cabin filled with a mix of excitement and fatigue. Naima blinked awake, her head still leaning against Shubman's head.
She noticed the way he stirred at the sound of the landing gear and then quickly sat up, running a hand through his tousled hair, a sleepy grin still lingering on his face.
"Did I miss anything?" he mumbled, looking around the cabin as if he'd just emerged from a dream.
"Just the descent," Naima replied with a soft laugh, pushing a few strands of hair back behind her ear. "But wake up, Gill! We're in Australia!"
"Let's go, people!" Virat called from the front of the cabin as he stood up, his energy palpable. The rest of the team followed suit, gathering their belongings and preparing to disembark.
Once they stepped off the plane, a wave of warm Australian air hit them, the scent of adventure mingling with the crispness of the morning.
They made their way through the airport terminal, and the familiar excitement that came with being in a new country began to bubble up inside them.
As they exited the arrivals area, they were greeted by a throng of fans, eager faces lit up with excitement. The sounds of cheers and shouts echoed around them as fans called out their names, cameras flashing and pens ready for autographs.
"Shubman! Naima! Over here!" a group of enthusiastic fans yelled, their voices cutting through the chaos.
Shubman looked at Naima, a bright grin spreading across his face. "Ready for this?" he asked, a hint of mischief dancing in his eyes.
"Always!" Naima replied, feeling a rush of adrenaline. She adjusted her sunglasses and stepped forward, instantly surrounded by fans.
The moment they approached, the noise amplified as fans began reaching out for high-fives, photos, and signatures.
"Can I get a selfie?" one girl squealed, her eyes wide with excitement.
Naima smiled brightly, moving closer to the fan, who pulled out her phone, shaking with anticipation.
