Yuvraj Singh Celebrates Gautam Gambhir's 44th Birthday With Humour, Shares A Special Video

Gautam Gambhir's 44th birthday was celebrated with a touch of humour by Yuvraj Singh, who shared a playful tribute on social media. The World Cup hero highlighted Gambhir's well-known intensity, both as a player and now as India's head coach. This light-hearted message was accompanied by an Arjan Vailly-themed video, adding a unique flair to the birthday wishes.

Yuvraj's birthday message for Gambhir stood out among many others. He wrote, "Wishing a very happy birthday to the one who was Gambhir when he played for India and is now even more Gambhir while coaching for India! Lots of love, brother. Keep up the great work and have a lovely year ahead!" This witty remark resonated with fans and followers alike.

Gambhir's Birthday Celebrations

The celebrations coincided with India's Test victory over the West Indies in New Delhi. Rajeev Shukla, BCCI vice-president, was present at the Arun Jaitley Stadium to hand over the trophy to Shubman Gill after India's 2-0 series win. This victory served as an ideal birthday gift for Gambhir, marking India's first home series triumph of the season.

Wishing a very happy birthday to the one who was Gambhir when he played for India and now even more Gambhir while coaching for India! Lots of love brother ❤️ Keep up the great work and have a lovely year ahead! @GautamGambhir pic.twitter.com/3f24wiKwbY

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) October 14, 2025

Gambhir expressed his gratitude towards Yuvraj by responding to his message and acknowledging him as "Prince," a nickname from their playing days. Yuvraj also shared a video showcasing memorable moments from Gambhir's career, set to the backdrop of Arjan Vailly – an energetic Punjabi anthem from the Bollywood film Animal.

Warm Wishes from Former Cricketers

Many former cricketers, including Harbhajan Singh, joined in wishing Gambhir on his special day. Rajeev Shukla penned a heartfelt note saying, "Your unwavering commitment to the game, relentless pursuit of excellence, and iconic contributions on and off the field have left an indelible mark on Indian cricket. Wishing you health, happiness, and accomplishments."

During the post-match press conference in New Delhi, reporters also extended their birthday greetings to Gambhir. The event was marked by camaraderie and celebration as Gambhir posed with captain Shubman Gill and Kuldeep Yadav, who was named Player of the Match in the Delhi Test.