Indian cricketers take to social media to convey Eid greetings

Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the conclusion of the month of Ramadan, is a much-celebrated occasion. People all over the globe observe the day as a mark of prosperity and brotherhood. It is a day of reverence for all Muslims. Several cricketers, including Sachin Tendulkar, Irfan Pathan, Mohammed Shami and Anil Kumble took to Twitter to extend their greetings on this joyous occasion with their followers.

Eid-ul-Fitr, in literary terms, translated to “the festival of breaking fast”. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is this fasting period for the Muslim. They observe daily fasts during this month, consuming food only before the sunrise and after the sunset. This year, Eid is being celebrated on the 26th of June.

It is also known by the name of Meethi Eid (The Sweet festival) in Uttar Pradesh, indicating towards the atmosphere of happiness and celebration around it. After offering the morning Eid namaaz, families, friends and neighbours assemble together and exchange pleasantries, greeting each other with the words “Eid Mubarak”. Also, Sheer Khurma (a sweet dish made of milk, vermicelli and dry fruits) and the delicious Kimami Sevaiyan are two of the dessert delicacies, intertwined with the festival.

Here are the top cricketers who wished all their fans and followers on Twitter:

Sachin Tendulkar wished his fans

The Pathan family has a special Eid message

Another great opening batsman for India, and captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, Gautam Gambhir tweets

Former Indian coach Anil Kumble also sent his greetings

Former Indian cricketer, Mohammad Kaif, shared pictures of family celebrations on Eid

Prolific Indian pacer, Mohammed Shami, who is currently in the Caribbean with the Indian cricket team extended his warm wishes via Twitter

Indian opener, Rohit Sharma, currently not playing for the Indian squad for the Windies tour tweeted to his fans

And finally, former Indian batsman Virender Sehwag, who is known for his wit and sense of humour, tweeted a beautiful picture to extend his greetings