Five Indian Cricketers Who Serve in the Indian Army

Indian Army में हैं यह 5 खिलाड़ी

In India, cricketers are revered like deities. Each player dedicates themselves to securing victory for their nation on the field. While they may not engage in combat at the borders, their contributions are vital in ensuring India's triumph against adversaries. Interestingly, some Indian cricketers have chosen to serve in the Indian Army, balancing their passion for cricket with their commitment to the nation. Let's explore five cricketers who are part of the Indian Army.

1. सचिन तेंदुलकर (ग्रुप कैप्टन)

The first name on the list is the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Rather than serving in the Indian Army, he holds the honorary rank of Group Captain in the Indian Air Force. Recognized for his outstanding cricketing career, he was awarded this title in 2010, making him the first cricketer to receive such an honor in the Air Force.

2. महेंद्र सिंह धोनी (लेफ्टिनेंट कर्नल)

Next is former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army. He received this honor in 2011 and is also a qualified parachutist. In 2019, he spent time with the army in Jammu and Kashmir and underwent training with the Parachute Regiment (106 Para TA Battalion).

3. कपिल देव (लेफ्टिनेट कर्नल)

The third name is Kapil Dev, the captain who led India to its first World Cup victory. He served as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army and was initially part of the Territorial Army in 2008. He later received a promotion, becoming the first cricketer to be honored as an honorary officer in the Indian Army.