Raksha Bandhan 2026: From Yuvraj Singh to Rishabh Pant, see how India's cricket stars celebrated Rakhi with their sisters

Raksha Bandhan was celebrated across India on Friday, August 28, with people cherishing the special bond between brothers and sisters. Indian cricketers also joined the celebrations and shared heartfelt messages, pictures and wishes on social media. From former stars to current players, several cricketers took time away from cricket to celebrate the festival with their sisters and families.

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh was among the cricketers who shared warm wishes on Raksha Bandhan. Virender Sehwag and Suresh Raina also celebrated the festival with heartfelt social media posts. Shreyas Iyer, Sachin Tendulkar, Irfan Pathan and Deepak Chahar were also among the Indian cricket personalities who shared Rakhi celebrations with their sisters and loved ones.

Rishabh Pant also joined the Raksha Bandhan celebrations, while Virat Kohli's sister shared a glimpse of the festival on social media. Their posts showed the personal side of India's cricket stars and the importance of family beyond the cricket field. 

Throughout this article, we will look at how Yuvraj Singh, Rishabh Pant and other Indian cricketers celebrated Raksha Bandhan with their sisters.

9. Virender Sehwag

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag celebrated Raksha Bandhan with a heartfelt social media post. Taking to Instagram, Sehwag wished his followers on the festival and shared a picture of his sisters tying a rakhi on his wrist. His post captured the special bond he shares with his sisters.

Sharing the picture, Sehwag wrote, “Kalaai pe dhaaga, dil mein vaada. Happy Raksha Bandhan to the sisters who tie love around the wrists and strength around the heart.” His heartfelt message highlighted the love and emotional connection between brothers and sisters on the special occasion.

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Virender Sehwag has two elder sisters, Anju and Manju. Anju Sehwag is a former teacher and politician who served as a municipal councillor from the Congress party between 2012 and 2017 before joining the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in December 2021. His other elder sister, Manju Sehwag, prefers to maintain a private life away from public and political activities.

8. Suresh Raina

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina also celebrated Raksha Bandhan with a heartfelt message for his sister. He described his sister as an important part of his life and highlighted the special bond they share. Raina also shared a picture with his sister on social media.

Sharing the picture on X, Raina wrote, “You are a part of the joys of home, You are a story woven into every prayer of mine. The rakhi is just a thread, sister; you are the most beautiful bond of my life.” His message showed the deep love and emotional connection he shares with his sister.

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Suresh Raina's sister is Renu Raina. The former India batter has often spoken about the importance of family in his life. His Raksha Bandhan post once again gave fans a glimpse of his close bond with his sister.

7. Yuvraj Singh

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh celebrated Raksha Bandhan by sharing some special moments with his sisters. He posted pictures on Instagram, with a cake seen on the table, and wished his sisters on the occasion. His post highlighted the close bond he shares with his family.

Yuvraj also included Rohit Sharma's wife, Ritika Sajdeh, in his Raksha Bandhan message. Although they are not siblings by blood, Yuvraj and Ritika share a close bond. Sharing pictures of his sisters, including Ritika, Yuvraj wrote, “Happy Raksha Bandhan to my amazing sisters. You’ve always been such a special part of my life, and I’m grateful for all the love, support and memories we’ve shared over the years.”

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Yuvraj also spoke about how distance cannot change the bond he shares with his sisters. He noted that they may not get to meet as often as they would like, but their love and connection remain strong. His Raksha Bandhan post gave fans a glimpse of his close relationship with his sisters and Ritika.

6. Sachin Tendulkar

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar celebrated Raksha Bandhan with a heartfelt message for his “Tai”, meaning elder sister, Savita Tendulkar. Tendulkar shared pictures from their celebrations on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of the special occasion with his family.

In the pictures, Tendulkar's elder sister could be seen tying a rakhi on his wrist as they followed the traditional Raksha Bandhan rituals. The post showed the close bond between the former India cricketer and his elder sister.

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Sharing the pictures, Sachin Tendulkar wrote, “Happy Rakhi, Tai. We've shared so many years, so many memories and, I'm sure, plenty of stories you'll never let me forget. Lucky to have you always.” His message reflected the love, memories and special bond he shares with his elder sister.

5. Deepak Chahar

Indian cricketer Deepak Chahar celebrated Raksha Bandhan 2026 with his sister, Malti Chahar. He shared a glimpse of their celebration on Instagram along with a lighthearted message for his sister. His post captured the fun and playful bond between the siblings.

Sharing the post, Deepak Chahar wrote, “Dadagiri ki bhi hadd hoti hai bhai 🙄🤷‍♀️” He then wished his followers on the special occasion, adding, “Happy Rakshabandhan to all 😄🙏” His playful message showed the fun side of his relationship with his sister.

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Deepak Chahar and Malti Chahar have often shared moments together on social media. Their Raksha Bandhan celebration once again gave fans a glimpse of their close sibling bond. The Indian cricketer also used the occasion to extend his festive wishes to everyone celebrating Raksha Bandhan.

4. Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer’s sister, Shresta Iyer, gave fans a glimpse of their family’s Raksha Bandhan celebrations through a fun social media video. The clip featured Shreyas and his parents taking part in a popular game called, “The first person you look at is the one you love the most.” The playful moment quickly became a highlight of their celebration.

As the game began, Shreyas’ father was the first to look at the Indian cricketer, seemingly showing that Shreyas was the person he loved the most. The moment became even more amusing when Shreyas’ mother also looked at him. This made the Indian batter the clear family favourite during the fun challenge.

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Sharing the video on social media, Shresta Iyer added a witty caption and wished her brother on Raksha Bandhan. She wrote, “The family favourite… apparently. Happy Raksha Bandhan. Love youuu.” Her post captured the fun and loving bond shared by Shreyas and his family.

3. Rinku Singh

Indian cricketer and Kolkata Knight Riders vice-captain Rinku Singh also celebrated Raksha Bandhan 2026 with his sister, Neha Singh. He shared glimpses of the special occasion on social media, giving fans a look at their family celebrations. The post highlighted the close bond between the siblings.

Rinku’s sister, Neha Singh, also shared a Raksha Bandhan post in collaboration with the Indian cricketer. She wished her brother with a sweet message, writing, “Happy Rakshabandhan Bhai ❤️😘” She also shared the post with hashtags including #NehaSingh, #RinkuSingh and #HappyRakshabandhan.

The simple celebration showed the fun and loving relationship between Rinku Singh and his sister. Through their social media post, the siblings shared their Raksha Bandhan wishes with fans and followers. The occasion also gave fans a glimpse of Rinku’s family side away from the cricket field.

2. Rishabh Pant

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant also became part of the Raksha Bandhan celebrations as wishes were shared for his sister, Sakshi Pant. Pant shares a close bond with his elder sister and has often given fans a glimpse of their relationship through social media. The festival once again highlighted the strong bond between the siblings.

Rishabh Pant’s elder sister is Sakshi Pant, who is a lifestyle influencer and professional. She has a marketing degree and an MBA from the UK. Sakshi married London-based businessman Ankit Chaudhary in March 2025 at The Savoy in Mussoorie. The wedding was attended by family members and several prominent cricketers, including MS Dhoni.

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Sakshi and Rishabh Pant share a close relationship, and she often shows her support for the India wicketkeeper-batter on social media. Her posts frequently give fans a glimpse of their bond away from cricket. Raksha Bandhan once again provided a special occasion for the siblings to celebrate their relationship and family connection.

1. Virat Kohli

Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli also celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his sister, Bhavana Kohli Dhingra. On Friday, August 28, Bhavana shared a picture on her Instagram Story showing herself tying a rakhi on Virat’s wrist. The special moment gave fans a glimpse of the close bond between the siblings.

Only Virat Kohli’s wrist was visible in the picture, with his tattoo also clearly seen. Sharing the photo, Bhavana Kohli Dhingra wrote a heartfelt caption: “No matter where life takes us, my prayers will always find you.” The post quickly attracted attention on social media as fans celebrated the special Raksha Bandhan moment.

Virat Kohli may have received his rakhi a day earlier, as he was spotted at the airport on Thursday, August 27, with a rakhi visible on his wrist. However, Bhavana shared the picture on Raksha Bandhan itself. The post once again highlighted the strong bond between Virat Kohli and his sister.