Yuvraj Singh, Irfan Pathan and Cricket Fraternity Pour Heartfelt Birthday Tributes for Team India Head Coach

• by Akanksha Mishra
• 2026-10-14 13:49:00

Indian cricket icons and sports administrators came together on Wednesday to celebrate the 45th birthday of Team India head coach and former World Cup hero Gautam Gambhir. Born on October 14, 1981, in Delhi, Gambhir has long been celebrated across international sports for his fierce on-field grit, unmatched tournament-winning knocks, and candid cricketing philosophy. Currently stationed in Hyderabad overseeing the national squad ahead of the decisive fourth T20 international encounter against the West Indies, Gambhir received emotional and nostalgic tributes from celebrated former teammates including Yuvraj Singh, Irfan Pathan, Suresh Raina, and top BCCI leadership.

'Always With You, Brother': Yuvraj Singh Shares Nostalgic Throwback Pictures

Long-time national teammate and newly appointed Delhi Capitals batting coach Yuvraj Singh led the celebratory messages with a warm reflection on their shared international legacy:

Brotherhood Forged in Glory: Taking to Instagram, Yuvraj posted nostalgic throwback photographs capturing their early dressing room journeys and World Cup triumphs, affirming that he will always stand shoulder-to-shoulder with his former opening partner.

Warm Reciprocal Wishes: Expressing deep mutual respect, Gambhir warmly acknowledged Yuvraj as a brother, wishing the southpaw immense coaching success in his new Indian Premier League assignment with the Delhi franchise.

Squad Eyeball Birthday Gift: Inside the Indian camp in Hyderabad, national players are focused on delivering a commanding win in the fourth T20 fixture against the West Indies as a celebratory tribute to their head coach.

BCCI Leadership and Teammates Commend Fierce Competitive Spirit

Tributes from senior board administrators and veteran cricketers highlighted Gambhir’s indelible contributions to the sport:

Rajeev Shukla Applauds Commitment: BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla praised Gambhir's enduring impact on Indian cricket, noting that his raw passion, unyielding competitive drive, and unwavering national dedication serve as an ongoing inspiration for aspiring youth.

Irfan Pathan's Touching Note: Former pace all-rounder Irfan Pathan lauded Gambhir as a 'friend of friends,' celebrating him as a genuine person who plays from the heart and remains an unwavering man of his word.

Suresh Raina's Tribute to a True Fighter: World Cup winner Suresh Raina commended Gambhir's relentless determination, highlighting how he consistently stepped up as a resilient fighter in high-pressure finals to elevate Indian cricket on the world stage.

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