As the festival of lights lights up India, cricket stars also joined the celebrations in style. Virat KohliThe former captain and international icon extended a very happy Diwali to the wider Indian cricket community as well as fans across the country.
Virat Kohli wished Diwali
Kohli started the day with a simple but heartfelt message – “Wishing you all a very Happy Diwali!” – Which was liked by cricket fans across the country.
His gesture emphasizes how cricketers today act not only as sporting celebrities but also as cultural ambassadors, especially on such occasions.
Along with Kohli, many cricket legends like KL Rahul and Smriti Mandhana also extended their good wishes in the festive spread.
Diwali just got brighter!
Team India Stars Ft. #ViratKohli, #KLRahul, #smritimandhana And many more, wishing everyone a very happy and safe Diwali! pic.twitter.com/73AjxTn8nr
β Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) 20 October 2025
Gautam GambhirThe head coach of the India men’s team also took to the social platform to wish fans a happy and safe Diwali.
Wishing everyone a very happy and prosperous Diwali! May the light of this holy festival dispel all darkness!
– Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) 20 October 2025
Expressing the team-spirit, BCCI posted a tweet: “Here’s wishing everyone a sparkling Diwali #TeamIndia.”
Here’s wishing everyone a sparkling Diwali#TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/xxhetQvHMm
β BCCI (@BCCI) 20 October 2025
IPL franchises like Punjab Kings, Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants also sent celebratory messages, cementing cricket’s vibrant connection with the wider fan-base.
ππ‘ working #Diwali,
Celebrate the festival of lights with heart, harmony and lots of laughter.#PunjabKings pic.twitter.com/S8sEpw2h2d
β Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) 20 October 2025
From our den to your homeπ
Here’s wishing you a super Diwali πͺπ#superdiwali pic.twitter.com/JxGk6MmUsc– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) 20 October 2025
πͺAli Diwali π«Ά
Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and prosperous Diwali! pic.twitter.com/p72Nb7DakF
– Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) 20 October 2025
From the family of knights to yours, may this Diwali bring light, love and victory in your lives! pic.twitter.com/KRbWOu27P3
β KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) 20 October 2025
Happy Diwali to you from the Super Giants family πͺβ€οΈ pic.twitter.com/638JODbJaM
β Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) 19 October 2025
Importance of Diwali for cricket lovers
The celebrity endorsements from the cricket world during Diwali highlight how the game goes beyond mere matches β it deeply appeals to cultural and communal sentiments. Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, and when millions of people participate in a sport in this celebration, it strengthens shared identity and collective happiness.
For fans, such messages carry a special emotional resonance. Seeing a player like Kohli or an IPL team like CSK sending warm wishes creates a sense of personal connection. Furthermore, it shows how cricket celebrities and teams recognize their role beyond the field β serving as a form of inspiration, unity and even cultural celebration.
