Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan unveiled the ICC T20 World Cup trophies in Melbourne for both men and women events on Friday. The tournament will take place in Australia next year in 2020.

Kareena felt honored to be a part of the ceremony. "I am honored to be a part of this prestigious evening. I want to encourage all these women out there who are playing for their respective countries to pursue their dreams. Its truly empowering to see them stand tall on an international platform," Kareena said.

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Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, Kareena's late father-in-law, used to be a famous cricketer.

"They are an inspiration to one and all. My late father-in-law was one of the greatest cricketers who played for the Indian cricket team, and it is an honor for me to be unveiling the trophy," she added.

Women's T20 World Cup will kick-off from February 21 to March 8, while men's tournament is scheduled from October 18 to November 15 in 2020.

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(With IANS inputs)