India head coach , ICC chairman , the and several Indian Premier League franchises shared Diwali greetings on Sunday, November 8. Their messages ranged from wishes for peace and prosperity to celebrations of family, togetherness and cricket’s supporters.
Former India cricketers VVS Laxman and Parthiv Patel also marked the occasion, while , , Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals addressed their fans with festive posts.
Gambhir brought a cricketing touch to his greeting, addressing the national team and its supporters.
“We Play to Win BIG – A Billion Hearts!!! Happy Diwali, Team India,” he wrote on X.
The BCCI shared a simpler message: “Here’s wishing everyone a very happy Diwali.”
chairman’s greeting focused on the future and the spirit of the festival of lights.
“May the festival of lights strengthen our resolve to build a future filled with peace, progress and prosperity. Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali,” he wrote.
wished happiness and good health to families celebrating the occasion.
“Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali. May the festival of lights bring happiness, peace, prosperity and good health to you and your loved ones. May we continue to spread light, hope and positivity,” he wrote.
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel’s message centred on familiar traditions and time spent with loved ones.
“Some traditions never grow old, and some moments become memories we carry with us forever. A little light, a lot of love and the people who matter most. Wishing everyone a wonderful Diwali!” he wrote.
Chennai Super Kings () highlighted togetherness in their greeting: “Deepavali is all about togetherness, creating memories and celebrating the joy of being a family. Wishing everyone a joyful and light-filled Deepavali!”
Mumbai Indians () addressed their ‘One Family’ community and added a festive fashion question: “Our #OneFamily wishes you a Diwali full of light, love, and happiness! What’s your Outfit Of The Day?”
Sunrisers Hyderabad wished their supporters: “Lights, sweets, gifts and all things festive! Happy Diwali, Orange Army.”
Rajasthan Royals also emphasised loved ones in their message: “Here’s to love, light and doing what you love around your favorite people forever. Have a blessed Diwali, guys.”
Taken together, the messages show how Indian cricket’s administrators, coaches, former players and franchises used Diwali to reconnect with fans after a busy year of international and league action. The common threads of light, family and optimism ran through nearly every post.
