Indian cricketers Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma visited the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on October 12, 2026. Indian hockey player Vivek Sagar Prasad also accompanied the cricketers as they offered prayers at the revered shrine. According to a report shared by news agency ANI, the three sportspersons sought blessings at the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the most significant religious destinations in the country.
A video of their visit also surfaced on social media, drawing attention from cricket and hockey fans. The Mahakaleshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is among the 12 Jyotirlingas in India and attracts devotees from across the country throughout the year. The temple holds immense religious significance, making it a popular destination for public figures and sportspersons seeking blessings.
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Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma are prominent members of India’s cricket setup, while Vivek Sagar Prasad has represented the country in international hockey. Their visit brought together athletes from two popular sports, highlighting the continued connection between Indian sportspersons and the country’s spiritual traditions.
#WATCH | Madhya Pradesh: Cricketers Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma, and Hockey player Vivek Sagar Prasad offered prayers at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain. https://t.co/8nApowb5lG
— ANI (@ANI) October 12, 2026
The temple visit comes amid the busy schedules of India’s leading athletes, who regularly travel for domestic and international sporting commitments. Although no further details about the purpose of their visit were immediately available, the appearance of the three players at the shrine generated interest among their supporters.
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The development was reported by ANI on October 12, with footage showing the athletes visiting the temple and offering prayers. Their visit to Mahakaleshwar Temple adds to the occasions when Indian sporting personalities have sought blessings at prominent religious sites across the country.
