Cricketing world celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is an occasion of joy and celebration all throughout the country, no matter where you hail from or what your background is. It’s a day when the beautiful bond that exists between a brother and a sister is cherished. While the entire nation is rejoicing on this day, how can the cricketing world be far behind? Eminent cricketers like Ajinkya Rahane and VVS Laxman recently tweeted on account of this happy occasion.

From special messages for their sisters to breaking social taboos, Indian cricketers have done it all today (August 26) to ensure that Raksha Bandhan is celebrated in the right spirit. Former cricketers like Aakash Chopra also took to the micro-blogging platform to wish his fans on this day.

Ajinkya Rahane calls his sister ‘best in the world

Vice-captain of the Indian Test team, Ajinkya Rahane is currently in England with the rest of the national squad and hence, couldn’t be home for Raksha Bandhan. As a result, he tweeted an adorable message for his sister Apurva along with a picture of the two of them together, expressing how much he misses her and calling her “the best sister one could ask for”.

Flamboyant southpaw, Gautam Gambhir, on the other hand, chose to do something different this Raksha Bandhan. Breaking all pre-conceived social norms and barriers, Gambhir celebrated the festival with a few transgenders and was tied rakhis on his hands from them. He posted a picture of the occasion and captioned it, “It’s not about being a man or a woman. It’s about being a HUMAN.” With proud transgenders Abhina Aher and Simran Shaikh and their Rakhi love on my hand. I’ve accepted them as they are. Will you?.”

Former Indian cricketers VVS Laxman and Aakash Chopra tweeted Raksha Bandhan wishes to their fans. Laxman beautifully explained the setting of the day in a single line by writing, “When brothers and sisters live miles away from each other, a simple thread keeps holding the affectionate relationship between them.” On the other hand, Chopra urged his fans to “spread love and happiness.”

Here are the tweets:

Foolon ka taaron ka sabka kehna hai dono hazaaaeron mein meri behna hai. Saari umar humein sang rehna hai. 🤗Love you both from bottom of my ♥ Thanks for always being there for me and your brother will always be there for the both of you!! #HappyRakshabandhan #lovemysisters pic.twitter.com/0KlfgMEYS9

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) August 26, 2018

This #Rakhi day; I pledge to ‘Stand-by’ for each Fan of mine; who have always prayed for my well-being. Essence of #Rakshabandhan @circleofcricket @Umeshnni @DelhiDaredevils @imcaptainJJ @BCCI @IAF_MCC pic.twitter.com/PgDfD78oLV

— Mohammad Shami (@MdShami11) August 26, 2018

Today on Raksha Bandhan, I miss having my rakhi tied by you, just like every year. You are the best sister one could ask for!#HappyRakshaBandhan Apurva. pic.twitter.com/IrifM5pcpz

— ajinkyarahane88 (@ajinkyarahane88) August 26, 2018

Happy Rakshabandhan…make the most of what you have, till you have. Spread love and happiness. #picoftheday #sister #rakhi https://t.co/Zngf02Pp3g

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) August 26, 2018

The memories may fade away with time but the love and special bond shared will grow ever stronger with each passing day… #HappyRakshaBandhan to everyone.. pic.twitter.com/T1feGcK2CQ

— surya77 (@surya_14kumar) August 26, 2018

Wishing everyone a Happy Raksha Bandhan Day🙏🙏🙏#RakshaBandhanDay pic.twitter.com/OHVT0VY0TY

— VINOD KAMBLI (@vinodkambli349) August 26, 2018

When brothers and sisters live miles away from each other, a simple thread keeps holding the affectionate relationship between them! Wishing you a very blessed and #HappyRakshaBandhan pic.twitter.com/IHfUsfvo7x

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) August 26, 2018

Happy Rakshabandhan to everyone love u my little princess stay blessed always ❤️😘😊 pic.twitter.com/zbX8NvyDu3

— Rahul Sharma (@ImRahulSharma3) August 26, 2018

The sweetest bond is tied with love & blessings and it always brings in a lot of positive vibes. Wishing you all a #HappyRakshaBandhan pic.twitter.com/sWGAG3ji90

— Hemang Badani (@hemangkbadani) August 26, 2018

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