In order to pay homage to Pele, who passed away last year on December 29, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) put together a laser show on the football legend. According to the organisers, the CAB procured relevant footage of Pele during his September 1977 visit, in the nick of time.

Initially, the show was planned during the dinner break, but there was sunlight when the Sri Lankan innings ended was finished after 39.4 overs so it was decided to have it at the conclusion of the match.