Indian sporting icons welcomed 2025 with enthusiasm, sharing heartfelt wishes with fans on social media. Neeraj Chopra, Sachin Tendulkar, and KL Rahul led the celebrations, emphasizing the spirit of joy and togetherness.
India’s Olympic gold medalist and javelin champion Neeraj Chopra posted a fitness-inspired message. Sharing a gym picture, he wrote, “Happy New Year to all of you! Stay fit, stay happy.”
आप सभी को नये साल की शुभकामनाएँ!
— Neeraj Chopra (@Neeraj_chopra1) January 1, 2025
फिट रहो, खुश रहो 💪 pic.twitter.com/MYgaLqk3Ri
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar took a playful approach, posing beside a telephone booth and captioning it, “Hello? Is it 2025?” His creative post resonated widely among his followers.
Hello? Is it 2025? 😁 pic.twitter.com/KmLM33s0oH
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) January 1, 2025
Meanwhile, cricketer KL Rahul, currently in Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, celebrated alongside wife and Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty. Sharing a picture featuring Sydney Harbour’s iconic fireworks, he welcomed the New Year with warmth and gratitude.
2️⃣🅾️2️⃣5️⃣ ✨ pic.twitter.com/lvLPFsDQUc
— K L Rahul (@klrahul) January 1, 2025
Washington Sundar, known for his impressive Test performances this year, reflected on growth and gratitude. Posting on social media, he wrote, “Another chance to grow, learn, and appreciate every moment. Here’s to the journey ahead. Happy New Year y’all.”
Another chance to grow, learn and appreciate every moment. Here’s to the journey ahead. Happy New Year y'all 🫶 pic.twitter.com/1Rl1uQjovT
— Washington Sundar (@Sundarwashi5) January 1, 2025
Former cricketer Suresh Raina offered spiritual blessings, sharing a picture of Lord Ganesha with the message, “May 2025 bring endless joy, success, and cherished moments with loved ones.”
🌟 May 2025 bring you endless joy, success, and cherished moments with loved ones. Happy New Year! 🎉✨#HappyNewYear pic.twitter.com/MOmjXelPlq
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) January 1, 2025
Across the country, New Year celebrations unfolded with grandeur. In Delhi, popular hubs like Connaught Place and Hauz Khas buzzed with energy, while in Amritsar, devotees thronged the Golden Temple. Mumbai’s Marine Drive and beaches glittered with fireworks, attracting huge crowds.
Himachal Pradesh’s Manali saw tourists dancing in the streets, and Chennai echoed with the beats of traditional percussion instruments. From Kerala’s lit-up skies to Lucknow’s street festivities, the nation united in welcoming 2025.
Indian sporting icons, through their heartfelt gestures, perfectly captured the celebratory spirit of the New Year, inspiring fans to embrace the journey ahead.
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