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Gautam Gambhir marked Independence Day with a heartfelt Instagram post after attending the Bhasma Aarti in Ujjain. Fellow cricketers KL Rahul, Mohammed Shami, and Siraj also shared patriotic messages. India’s next cricketing challenge is the Asia Cup T20, starting in September. Under Gambhir’s coaching, India has excelled in T20Is, winning 12 of 15 matches.

Key Points: Gautam Gambhir Shares Independence Day Message at Mahakaleshwar Temple

  • Gambhir attended Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple
  • KL Rahul and Shami also shared patriotic posts
  • India's next cricket challenge is Asia Cup T20
  • Gambhir boasts strong T20I record as coach
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My country, my identity, my life: India head coach Gautam Gambhir extends wishes on 79th Independence Day

India head coach Gautam Gambhir celebrates Independence Day with a heartfelt post after attending Bhasma Aarti in Ujjain.

"My country, my identity, my life. Jai Hind. – Gautam Gambhir"

New Delhi, August 15

India head coach Gautam Gambhir posted a heartfelt message while extending wishes on the country's 79th Independence Day on Friday.

Gambhir, who attended the Bhasma Aarti at Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain on Friday morning, took to Instagram and wrote, "My country, my identity, my life. Jai Hind."

India's stylish opener KL Rahul took to Instagram to extend wishes and wrote, "Celebrating the spirit of India today. Jai Hind. Proud to call it home. Happy Independence Day."

India's seasoned speedster Mohammed Shami posted a picture in which he waved the flag and captioned the post on Instagram, "Freedom in our mind, pride in our soul."

Fast bowling mainstay Mohammed Siraj, who inspired India to a series draw in England, shared his picture waving the Indian flag and wrote on Instagram, "Happy Independence Day Jai Hind."

On the cricketing front, the next assignment for India and Gambhir will be the Asia Cup T20 edition starting from September 9 onwards. India's campaign will start against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai, with a clash against arch-rivals Pakistan scheduled for September 14. India is placed in Group A along with Pakistan, Oman and the UAE.

Under Gambhir, India has an incredible T20Is record, winning 12 out of 15 matches, losing just two and tying one. This includes series wins in Sri Lanka and South Africa and against Bangladesh and England at home.

- ANI

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Priya S
Beautiful to see our cricketers celebrating Independence Day with such pride. But I wish they'd also speak about more pressing national issues sometimes, not just cricket and celebrations.
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Rohit P
Gambhir's record as coach speaks for itself! 12 wins in 15 matches is no joke. Hope we continue this form in Asia Cup. Pakistan match will be 🔥
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Sarah B
As an NRI, these messages from our cricketers make me emotional. They truly represent the spirit of India. Shami's caption "Freedom in our mind, pride in our soul" gave me goosebumps!
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Karthik V
While I appreciate the patriotic posts, I hope our team focuses more on performance. Last T20 World Cup was disappointing. Gambhir needs to deliver in big tournaments now.
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Divya L
Love how Gambhir started his day with Bhasma Aarti! Our culture and cricket - perfect combination for Independence Day. Wishing team India all the best for Asia Cup! 🎉

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