The Indian cricket team is currently in Sri Lanka but that didn't stop them from wishing their sisters via social media and be part of the celebrations.
So far, it has been a perfect showing from Team India in Sri Lanka so far as they sealed the Test series 2-0 following their victory in the second match in Colombo, on Sunday.
Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety across the nation.
Several current and former cricketers tweeted pictures celebrating the festival. Have a look:
Virat Kohli: A very Happy Rakshabandhan to everyone across the world celebrating, missing Didi and everyone at home today. #Rakhi #Rakshabandhan #Family
KL Rahul: Happy Raksha Bandhan to my sistah! Through all the nagging, all the fun & for always having my back! #FamilyFirst #Broski
Ajinkya Rahane: Happy Rakshabandhan to everyone. Protect and take care of your sisters under all circumstances. Have a great day!!
Ravindra Jadeja: Celebrating Rakhi with my adorable Sisters !
Virender Sehwag: Sister is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost. Happy #RakshaBandhan to all.My sister's Anju ji & Manju ji & me half Ganju ji :)
Harbhajan Singh: They've always stood by me in good & bad times. I am grateful for everything they've done for me. Love u sisters Happy #RakshaBandhan!!
Suresh Raina: Love of a sister, support of a friend or partners in crime, you have always been there! Love you my sister ♥ #sisterlove #HappyRakshaBandhan
Irfan Pathan: Happy Rakhi everyone #rakshabandhan
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