- Shamser Khalid
Cricket Stars Express Their Love For Yoga
On the auspicious occasion of International Yoga Day, the cricket fraternity demonstrated their support for the practice and urged people from all walks of life to incorporate yoga into their daily routines. Social media platforms were abuzz as cricket legends, including Sachin Tendulkar, Gautam Gambhir, Suresh Raina, Pragyan Ojha, and Virender Sehwag, shared their personal experiences and showcased their yoga prowess through captivating pictures and videos.
Sachin Tendulkar, the renowned former Indian cricketer, took to Twitter to share a series of pictures showcasing himself performing various yoga asanas. In his tweet, he highlighted the importance of yoga in establishing a harmonious connection between the body and the mind. Sachin also posed a question to his followers, asking them to share their favorite yoga asanas, which sparked an engaging conversation in the comment section.
Gautam Gambhir, a left-handed batsman and Sachin's former teammate, joined the chorus of support by sharing images of himself practicing 'anulom vilom' on Twitter. Alongside the pictures, he emphasized the transformative power of yoga in nurturing not only the body but also the mind and soul. Gambhir's tweet resonated with many, inspiring them to explore the benefits of yoga.
Suresh Raina, another prominent cricketer, shared a video on his Instagram account, capturing his yoga session with a trainer. In the accompanying caption, Raina encouraged his followers to embrace tranquility and harmony on International Yoga Day. He emphasized the importance of unlocking inner strength, seeking balance, and allowing positive energy to flow through oneself. Raina's message resonated with his fans and followers, motivating them to explore the path of yoga.
Shikhar Dhawan, an Indian opener, used his Instagram stories to define yoga as the art of unifying the body, mind, and spirit. By highlighting the interconnectedness of these elements, Dhawan encouraged his followers to delve deeper into the practice and discover its transformative potential.
