Archive · 15 Aug 2026
Cricket Fraternity Extends Greetings on India's 80th Independence Day
India has a special day called Independence Day.
In 2026, India celebrated its 80th Independence Day.
On this day, Indians remember the freedom fighters who helped the country become free.
Many famous cricket people sent happy wishes for this day.
Gautam Gambhir is the coach of India's men's cricket team.
He thanked the freedom fighters on social media.
The BCCI, which runs cricket in India, also sent wishes.
Former player Irfan Pathan sent greetings too.
All the big cricket teams in the Indian Premier League posted messages.
They wished everyone a happy Independence Day with love for their country.
India celebrated its 80th Independence Day with wishes pouring in from across sectors.
Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir paid tribute to freedom fighters on X.
The BCCI extended Independence Day greetings, saying, "Here's wishing every Indian a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind."
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan sent his wishes on X, saying, "Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day."
IPL franchises including Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders posted festive greetings.
- Who
- Gautam Gambhir, the BCCI, former cricketer Irfan Pathan, and Indian Premier League franchises.
- What
- Extended Independence Day greetings and tributes honouring the nation's freedom fighters.
- When
- On Saturday, on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day.
- Where
- India, with messages shared on the social media platform X.
- Why
- To honour the nation's freedom fighters and celebrate India's independence.
- Occasion
- India's 80th Independence Day
- Head Coach Tribute
- Gautam Gambhir: "Their sacrifice. Our freedom. Our responsibility: India. Jai Hind."
- BCCI Message
- "Here's wishing every Indian a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind."
- Irfan Pathan Message
- "Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day."
- Social Media Platform
- X
- IPL Franchises Greeting
- RCB, CSK, RR, PBKS, DC, MI, KKR
- Defending IPL Champions
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru