On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, athletes, cricketers, sporting organisations and Indian Premier League franchises took to social media to extend their wishes and reflect on freedom, unity, sacrifice and national pride.
Leading the Independence Day messages were ICC Chairman Jay Shah and former India captain Virat Kohli, who highlighted the values that continue to unite the country. “The true strength of a nation lies not only in its victories, but in the values that unite its people. Wishing everyone a proud and Happy Independence Day,” Jay Shah wrote. Kohli also shared an Independence Day message on Instagram, celebrating India’s diversity, freedom and aspirations. “Happy Independence Day. Celebrating the freedom that unites us, the diversity that defines us, and the dreams that drive us forward. May we continue building an India that inspires generations. Jai Hind,” Kohli wrote. India’s sporting legends also joined the Independence Day celebrations. Former India batting great Sachin Tendulkar and current T20I captain Shreyas Iyer shared simple messages wishing Indians on the occasion.
Former India captain Mithali Raj wrote, “Wishing everyone a very Happy 80th Independence Day,” while former all-rounder Suresh Raina reflected on India’s journey since independence.
Indian men’s cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir paid tribute to those whose sacrifices made India’s freedom possible. “Their sacrifice. Our freedom. Our responsibility: India. Jai Hind,” Gambhir wrote. United. Indian. Wishing everyone a very happy #IndependenceDay.”
Sunrisers Hyderabad said, “Celebrating the spirit that brings us together. Happy Independence Day,” while Punjab Kings posted, “Proud.
