Siblings & Stumps: Raksha Bandhan Moments of Indian Cricketers

India celebrated the festival of Raksha Bandhan with great spirit on the auspicious day of August 09, 2025. In every Indian home, the spirit of Raksha Bandhan united siblings, fostering treasured memories as they gave and received gifts that represented their unbreakable bond.

The day is also special in the cricketing world, where Indian cricket’s big brothers receive Rakhi from their sisters. In return, the brothers make their sisters happy with memorable gifts. Here are some cricketers celebrating the auspicious day of Raksha Bandhan.

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Never Change Suryakumar Yadav

Starting with a regular member who never forgets to post on this day, Suryakumar Yadav, who always pulls his sister’s leg with some sarcastic comments on Raksha Bandhan.

Shreyas Iyer: Raksha Bandhan Post Reflecting a Warm, Casual Bond

Following the T20 skipper, PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer also posts on this day. Unlike Suryakumar Yadav’s Tom and Jerry-style relationship with his sister, Shreyas shares a formal yet casual bond with hers.

Rinku Singh and Jasprit Bumrah Celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Then there’s the newest groom in town, power hitter Rinku Singh, who shared a post on Instagram celebrating Raksha Bandhan with his sister.

Next comes the simplest of them all, Jasprit Bumrah, who never forgets to wish his sister on his birthday and always shares a story on Instagram.

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The big three Surya, Shreyas, and Bumrah will play important roles in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, carrying their sisters’ luck with them as they await a call-up for the limited-overs tournaments. 

While Suryakumar Yadav’s selection is confirmed, leading the team in the continental cup, Jasprit Bumrah’s participation depends on a fitness test. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer, who last played a T20I in December 2023, has led KKR to an IPL trophy and PBKS to the finals. His recent consistent form in the IPL and domestic season makes him deserving of a call back to the Indian team.

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