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Rana was awarded the Arjuna Award in 1994 and the Padma Shri in 1997 for his contributions to Indian shooting. Recognised for his excellence in coaching, Rana received the Dronacharya Award in 2020, India's highest honour for sports coaching.

The fixture mirrors the opening game of the 2010 World Cup, when South Africa hosted Mexico. South Africa qualified for their fourth World Cup after topping Group C in CAF qualifiers. Indian fans can watch the match live on Zee5 via subscription