As Cricket World Cup Begins, PM Narendra Modi Wishes Team India on Twitter
Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led India begin their World Cup campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to twitter to wish Team India good luck for the upcoming World Cup 2015 in Australia and New Zealand, starting on February 14. Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led side begin their World Cup title defence against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday. (Related: Battlelines drawn as teams strike musical note in opening ceremony | In pics)
My best wishes to captain cool @msdhoni. Play hard, lead well & make India proud. Knowing you, I am sure you will.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
PM Modi posted a series of tweets to personally wish each and every member of the Indian squad. The defending champions are in Pool B of the tournament with Pakistan, South Africa, West Indies, UAE and Afghanistan. (Also read: Team India ready for Pakistan | Pics: Indian fans ready for battle)
I wish our flamboyant vice captain @imVkohli the very best for the upcoming campaign. The entire nation has a lot of hopes on him.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Best wishes @SDhawan25! Give India a wonderful start every time you step on the pitch. Score many many runs, we are all there to cheer you.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
The only batsman to score 2 double centuries in ODIs, @ImRo45's talent has millions of fans. Make us proud once again!
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
I wish you the very best my young friend @ajinkyarahane88. Have a wonderful World Cup. Make the most of this great opportunity.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Suresh Raina has always been agile on the field & hard-hitting with the bat. Hit them out of the park, including the bouncers :) @ImRaina
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Have a great tournament @RayuduAmbati. I am sure you will keep the runs coming & play a key role in the tournament.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Who is not a fan of Sir Jadeja? We all look forward to seeing your all round performances take India to victory! @imjadeja
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
I am sure your spin blowing will surprise the batsman & give us victory. Play well @Ashwinravi99! My good wishes.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
The young Axar Patel can trick the batsmen with his sharp spin & bounce. Give your best & play without pressure!
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Best of luck @BhuviOfficial! Swing every match in our favour. Your breakthroughs will determine how fast we will win those matches!
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Our young fast bowler Mohit Sharma can bowl a great line & length. He is a great asset to the team. Best of luck.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
I wish my young & extremely talented friend, Mohammed Shami the very best for the World Cup. Play well & get those wickets.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Stuart Binny's recent all round performances have impressed all. We wish him all the best for the World Cup.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
Good luck @y_umesh. Bowl out the batsmen with your impressive speed & reverse swing.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2015
India's hockey captain Sardar Singh also wishes the cricketers. ""As the most coveted cricket tournament- the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 is all set to kick off, I and the entire Indian hockey team would like to extend our heartiest wishes to the boys in blue," he said. "I hope they play in the best spirit of the game and fight hard to bring back the world cup. I believe this team has the potential to defend its title and bring joy to a billion hearts. I wish the Indian team the very best of luck for the World Cup."