The Commonwealth Games 2022 was officially declared open in Birmingham with a grand opening ceremony after all the contingents that represented their nations presented themselves to the fans. Pictures Courtesy/ PTI, Twitter account of SAI

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The Indian contingent was led by badminton star PV Sindhu and hockey player Manpreet Singh. Picture Courtesy/ PTI
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Lovlina Borgohain and India`s boxing contingent pose for a photo ahead of the CWG 2022 opening ceremony. Picture Courtesy/ Twitter account of SAI

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PV Sindhu poses for a photo with India`s badminton contingent. Picture Courtesy/ Twitter account of SAI
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CWG 2022 mascot Perry the Bull was also seen entertaining the fans at the opening ceremony of this year`s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Picture Courtesy/ PTI

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India`s contingent for CWG 2022 includes 205 sports professionals. Picture Courtesy/ PTI
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An aeroshow was also included in the grand opening ceremony. Picture Courtesy/ PTI

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Olympic gold-medallist Neeraj Chopra was set to be India`s flagbearer but an injury ruled him out of the tournament. Picture Courtesy/ PTI
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A giant mechanized bull was the show-stopper at the event with various performers demonstrating their skills around it. Picture Courtesy/ PTI
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