Dhawan, Raina, Pathan Among Many Leading Cricketers Extend Eid-ul-Fitr Greetings To Fans Across The Globe

Cricketers from India and across the world extended their warm greetings and good wishes to their fellow Muslim Countrymen on Eid. Leading the bandwagon were notable cricketers like Shikhar Dhawan, Irfan Pathan, Aakash Chopra and Suresh Raina who posted their heart-felt greetings to their fans on twitter

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As mankind across the globe continues to battle the deadly coronavirus pandemic with all its force, hope and might, the health epidemic has not brought down the festive spirits and religious fervour of Muslims across India and the globe as they are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr or Eid at home amid the quarantine or lockdown restrictions imposed by most governments. In India, the holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr  is being observed and celebrated on Monday as the moon could not be spotted on Sunday. Cricketers from India and across the world extended their warm greetings and good wishes to their fellow Muslim Countrymen on Eid. Leading the bandwagon were notable cricketers like Shikhar Dhawan, Irfan Pathan, Suresh Raina and Aakash Chopra who posted their heart-felt greetings to their fans on twitter with an underlying message around staying safe and united in the fight against the pandemic. Meanwhile leading Pakistani cricketers - Babar Azam, Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Amir also reflected a bit of their emotional side while posting their wishes to fellow Pakistanis and the Muslim brothers on the occasion of Eid. "Eid to be celebrated on May 25 as the moon could not be sighted today. It's important that we take precautions&maintain social distancing. We should stay away from shaking hands & hugging. We should follow govt's guidelines," Delhi's Jama Masjid's Shahi Imam, Syed Ahmed Bukhari said. While the festival is all about love and warmth, cricketers across are making sure to spread the joy with their fans.

On this joyous day of Eid, I wish you and your family a very happy Eid. May god accept all your prayers and spread happiness in your family. ???????? #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/RydHmIYad4

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) May 24, 2020

Eid Mubarak everyone... This is what I always look forward to every Eid ???? before you came I had it all in my pocket ;)@iamyusufpathan #eidmubarak2020 #eidy #love #happiness pic.twitter.com/acfQNSjZ13

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 25, 2020

Suresh Raina also posted his wishes to all the Muslims on Eid by posting a message of hope and optimism to help everyone overcome the  testing times caused by the COVID-19 pandemic

This Eid, wishing for a little peace, some love, and a lot of hope for everyone to tide over these trying times. Let's count on our blessings, not troubles. #HappyEid to everyone celebrating :) pic.twitter.com/bYUo39fCYY

— Suresh Raina???????? (@ImRaina) May 25, 2020

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating. Love and peace. Stay safe. Stay blessed.

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) May 24, 2020

In the wake of this national tragedy and our fight against COVID-19, we must come together in harmony and modesty. This is the time to pray for the families who are suffering, and precious souls lost and mend our ways for good. #EidMubarak from My Family to Yours!#StayHome

— Shoaib Malik ???????? (@realshoaibmalik) May 23, 2020

I wish you all a very blessed Eid. May Allah SWT accept your good deeds, ease your situation and grant you peace, happiness & prosperity. The spirit of Eid is empathy and kindness; we can make a huge difference in the world with these two traits. #EidMubarak #RiseAndRise pic.twitter.com/oTmM7BFZQx

— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) May 24, 2020