Cricket Icons and Hockey India Share Heartfelt Diwali Wishes

As Diwali celebrations unfold, prominent figures from the cricketing world, including ICC Chairman Jay Shah and former players VVS Laxman and Parthiv Patel, along with Hockey India, have extended their heartfelt wishes to the nation. They hope this festival of lights brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyone. Their messages emphasize the importance of traditions and spending time with loved ones during this festive season. The Diwali festivities, which began with Dhanteras, continue with various celebrations leading up to Bhai Dooj. Discover how these sports icons are contributing to the festive spirit.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 8, 2026, 13:50 IST

Festive Greetings from Cricket and Hockey Legends

New Delhi, November 8: On the occasion of Diwali, ICC Chairman Jay Shah, along with former Indian cricketers VVS Laxman and Parthiv Patel, as well as Hockey India, sent warm wishes to citizens nationwide, hoping for happiness, peace, prosperity, and good health during this festival of lights.

Jay Shah, who has previously held the position of secretary at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), took to social media platform X to share his festive message. He expressed his desire for the occasion to inspire individuals to strive for a future filled with peace and progress.

“May the festival of lights strengthen our resolve to build a future filled with peace, progress, and prosperity. Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali,” Shah posted.

VVS Laxman also shared his warm wishes, hoping that the festival would bring joy, peace, and positivity to families across the country.

“Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali. May the festival of lights bring happiness, peace, prosperity, and good health to you and your loved ones. Let’s continue to spread light, hope, and positivity,” Laxman wrote on X.

Parthiv Patel, the former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, emphasized the significance of traditions and the joy of spending time with loved ones.

“Some traditions never grow old, and some moments become memories we carry with us forever. A little light, a lot of love, and the people who matter most. Wishing everyone a wonderful Diwali!” Patel expressed.

Hockey India also joined in the festive cheer, extending its greetings to the public and wishing for happiness and prosperity during Diwali.

In a post on X, the national sports organization conveyed its wishes, hoping that the festival would provide many reasons to celebrate.

“Hockey India wishes everyone a very Happy Diwali! May this festival of lights bring happiness, prosperity, and countless reasons to celebrate,” the organization stated.

The heartfelt messages from these sports figures contributed to the festive atmosphere, as they reached out to the public during this significant occasion.

The Diwali festivities commenced with Dhanteras on November 6, followed by Choti Diwali on November 7. The main celebration of Diwali and Lakshmi Puja took place on November 8, with Govardhan Puja on November 10 and Bhai Dooj on November 11.