Parents hold a special place for every child. While there shouldn’t be any specific day to celebrate Father’s Day or Mother’s Day, the world celebrates June 20 as Father’s Day. While everyone is wishing their fathers’ on this special occassion, Indian cricketers are no different as they also share good wishes for their fathers.
Notably, the Indian cricket team is in England for the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) final against New Zealand and then a five-match Test series against England. And, the second string of Indian players are currently undergoing the mandatory quarantine period for the upcoming limited-overs series in Sri Lanka next month.
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“Happy father’s day to all the fathers all across the world. Of all the wonderful things that God has blessed me with, being a father is by far the greatest joy and blessing As I miss my old man this day, I also celebrate our memories together,” tweeted Virat Kohli.
Happy father's day to all the father's all across the world. Of all the wonderful things that God has blessed me with, being a father is by far the greatest joy and blessing . As I miss my old man this day, I also celebrate our memories together. ❤️
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 20, 2021
We have some things that act as time machines for us. A song, a smell, a sound, a flavour.
For me, it's something from my Father's childhood that always takes me on a trip down memory lane.
On #FathersDay I want to share that special place with you all.
Miss you always, Baba. pic.twitter.com/I9LXa7wgMK— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 20, 2021
To the one I can always rely on, The one who supports me no matter what. Grateful for you Papa. Happy Father's Day. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/OuBRKP6ehw
— Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) June 20, 2021
Happy Father’s Day ❤️ #loveyoudad🤗 pic.twitter.com/tmKpNXnARy
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) June 20, 2021
My father gave me my dreams. Love you papa.
Happy father's day♥️♥️#FathersDay pic.twitter.com/I2i3N2Q5QO— Deepti Sharma (@Deepti_Sharma06) June 20, 2021
Your unconditional love, strength & support is what keeps me going each day! Thank you for everything, Dad! ❤ #FathersDay pic.twitter.com/DRG3qdm3Fn
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) June 20, 2021
Happy #FathersDay Papa ❤️ Thank you for teaching me the right values at a young age which I will always carry with me. pic.twitter.com/RaVeZPJQvC
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 20, 2021
Wishing a very #HappyFathersDay to my father. Your resilience, selfless love & lessons of life is what makes me who I’m today. You are my powerhouse of strength who silently & constantly keeps pushing me forward in life. Wishing you lots of love, health & happiness always. pic.twitter.com/wKHePb96Ou
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) June 20, 2021
Papa, there’s so much about fatherhood that I’ve learned from you. The love & guidance that you’ve shown us has helped us become who we are today. I promise to take everything that you’ve taught me on my journey of fatherhood with Agastya. We love you, we miss you ❤️ #FathersDay pic.twitter.com/nJ24PLx1cW
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) June 20, 2021
💕 #FathersDay pic.twitter.com/hQxQRD256m
— Wear a Mask. Stay Safe, India (@cricketaakash) June 20, 2021
The man who taught me the importance of honesty, discipline, hardwork and many other things. Happy Father's Day appa ❤️ #fatherday
— Veda Krishnamurthy (@vedakmurthy08) June 20, 2021
There is no place safer than the arms of a father. Happy father’s day to all dads.
I know I never tell you this often But I love you dad.😘😘😎 pic.twitter.com/MKlbeLH9SK— Akshar Patel (@akshar2026) June 20, 2021
Fun Dad Wise Dad Kind Dad Strong Dad Fair Dad Sweet Dad Best Dad My Dad ❤️❤️#HappyFathersDay2021 pic.twitter.com/e29rXeJXxG
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 20, 2021
Thank you Pappa for always being by me and supporting me in all my endeavours. I hope to follow your footsteps in everything I do.
And to all dads everywhere, wishing you a very special Father’s Day.
#FathersDay pic.twitter.com/Da4pXFyh2l
— Vinod Kambli (@vinodkambli349) June 20, 2021
Dear Papa, not a day goes by where we don’t think about you. We still haven’t gotten over the fact that you’re not with us anymore and we miss you more with every second gone by. Happy #FathersDay ❤️ We love you and we miss you. pic.twitter.com/83NLRzV1gJ
— Krunal Pandya (@krunalpandya24) June 20, 2021
Everything I am today, it’s all because of him. Thank you for being my greatest driving force, Appa! This one’s for you! #HappyFathersDay #LikeFatherLikeSon #ad @GilletteIndia pic.twitter.com/yQh7ExCfHL
— Washington Sundar (@Sundarwashi5) June 20, 2021
Happy Fathers Day Dad.. thanks for making me follow my dreams and support me in every situation. 😎 I wish all the happiness of the world and good health for you. 🤗 pic.twitter.com/NEkrc44405
— Gurkeerat Mann (@gurkeeratmann22) June 20, 2021
Love the cool acronyms from Hon. VP Naidu ji.
Trying few:
Bahut Affectionate Adorable Papa – BAAP.
Dedicated and Devoted – DAD
Faithful And Trustworthy Honouring Every Responsibility – FATHER#HappyFathersDay pic.twitter.com/xNGb0b72F3— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 20, 2021
My inspiration… #HappyFathersDay2021 pic.twitter.com/WwYcAamf3C
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) June 20, 2021
A Fathers fears are unseen, love is unexpressed, but his care remains as a pillar of strength throughout our lives. Happy Fathers Day to all the dads out there and mine ❤️ #FathersDay2021 pic.twitter.com/Ime99ixAWX
— Rahul Chahar (@rdchahar1) June 20, 2021
Happy Father's day to my best friend, my best mentor and to the best father. Thankyou for always supporting me and encouraging me to do the best in my life.♥️♥️#FathersDay pic.twitter.com/vO6oVaVedm
— Punam Raut (@raut_punam) June 20, 2021
My anchor in life. Thank you papa for being there for me through the highs and lows. You have always unconditionally supported me and I am so grateful to you daddy cool. You are a rockstar. 😎 pic.twitter.com/AiEgQLyIcG
— Ishan Kishan (@ishankishan51) June 20, 2021
A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there. A father is a guiding light whose love shows us the way. #HappyFathersDay pic.twitter.com/6BRkMucOq1
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 20, 2021
However, as far as the game is concerned, New Zealand managed to bundle Indian cricketers within 217 on the board. On the other hand, Team India batting coach Vikram Rathour has earlier said that a 250 plus score in the first innings will be a good one considering the conditions as he believes it will put India in a fighting position against a strong side like New Zealand in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) final in Southampton.
“We would like to score as many runs as possible but 250 plus will be a reasonable score in these conditions,” Rathour said at the day end press conference. “Batting is about scoring runs. Rohit and Gill showed a lot of intent and looked to score wherever they can. Hats off to Virat and Rahane for the manner in which they batted but a lot of credit should also got to the openers.”
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However, he also opened up about the claims that Cheteshwar Pujara is facing some technical problems as he has not been in good form and also has been hit at least four times on the helmet in Test matches recently as well.
“We are not really concerned and he is a good player. I don’t think pace is an issue with him. Till he batted, he looked solid and he has a role to play in the team. Today also, he played 50 odd balls. He just needs to convert those starts. It”s going to happen very soon,” Vikram Rathour signed off.
