Yuvraj Singh and Gautam Gambhir Photograph: (X)
World Cup-winning all-rounder Yuvraj Singh lit up social media today with a fiery and heartfelt birthday tribute to his former teammate and India’s current head coach, Gautam Gambhir, who turned 44. Their bond forged through years of shared battles and triumphs shone through in Yuvraj’s message, which perfectly captured Gambhir’s trademark intensity both on the field and in the dressing room.
“Wishing a very happy birthday to the one who was Gambhir when he played for India and is now even more Gambhir while coaching India! Lots of love, brother,” Yuvraj wrote, earning laughs and applause across social media. Gambhir responded warmly, thanking “Prince” Yuvraj, his long-time teammate from India’s golden cricketing era.
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The ‘Arjan Vailly’ Touch
Yuvraj didn’t stop at words. he compiled an electrifying montage of Gambhir’s best moments, from match-winning knocks to his new avatar as a no-nonsense coach.
The video, set to the powerful Punjabi anthem Arjan Vailly from the movie Animal, quickly went viral. The song’s fierce tone perfectly matched Gambhir’s grit and intensity, making it a fitting tribute from one warrior to another.
Celebrations and a Perfect Gift
Birthday wishes poured in from across the cricketing fraternity, including Harbhajan Singh and BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla. Shukla praised Gambhir’s “unwavering commitment and pursuit of excellence.”
Coincidentally, Gambhir’s birthday coincided with India’s 2–0 Test series triumph over the West Indies in Delhi. Seen posing proudly with captain Shubman Gill and Player of the Match Kuldeep Yadav, Gambhir’s smile said it all, a perfect birthday gift for the man who continues to inspire Indian cricket with passion and purpose.