The BCCI on Monday extended warm birthday wishes to former India head coach and legendary all-rounder Ravi Shastri. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), BCCI highlighted Shastri’s remarkable contributions to Indian cricket, both as a player and a coach.“230 international matches, 6938 runs & 280 wickets in international cricket, 1983 World Cup-winnerWishing a very Happy Birthday to Former #TeamIndia Captain & Former India Head Coach @RaviShastriOfc,” BCCI posted.Shastri’s decorated career includes 3830 runs and 151 wickets in Tests, and 3108 runs with 129 wickets in ODIs. He also achieved the rare feat of batting on all five days of a Test match—one of the game’s unique landmarks. As head coach, Shastri led India to historic Test series wins in Australia and played a key role in shaping a confident, aggressive team culture.
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Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh also paid tribute, posting:“Happy Birthday to the one and only @RaviShastriOfc!Whether it was your all-round brilliance on the field or your calm under pressure, you inspired an entire generation of cricketers and fans alike. Your leadership helped shape a team that played with pride, belief, and aggression—the Shastri stamp was unmistakable. Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued impact on the world of cricket.”Quiz: Who’s that IPL player?Several IPL franchises also joined in to celebrate Ravi Shastri’s birthday, posting their wishes on social media. Teams shared highlights from his playing days and coaching career, along with warm messages recognising his influence on Indian cricket. The online space buzzed with greetings, showcasing the wide respect Shastri commands across the cricketing fraternity. From winning the 1983 World Cup as a player to guiding India to Test series victories in Australia as head coach, Shastri has played key roles in different phases of Indian cricket. His contributions, both on and off the field, have left a lasting impact on the team’s journey.