2017 was undoubtedly a year that saw many highs and lows. In the world of sports alone, the Indian cricket team (both men’s and women’s) soared to new heights but at the same time, they were not able to win any World Cup. People all over the world welcomed 2018 by partying hard and flooding social media with their pictures, videos and wishes. Meanwhile, we came across several posts where our Indian sports stars expressed how they spent time in bidding adieu to 2017 and welcoming 2018.
PV Sindhu
Starting with Indian ace shuttler PV Sindhu who had a fun time with her Premier Badminton League’s (PBL) Chennai Smashers squad. She went to watch a film and later, shared a group selfie.
Virat Kohli
Indian cricket team captain, Virat Kohli is currently in South Africa and celebrated the New Year’s Eve with his wife Anushka Sharma.
Sachin Tendulkar
Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar was seen in a completely different avatar when it came to celebrating the New Year’s Eve. In a video he shared on Instagram, he could be seen cooking chicken for his friends.
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Geeta Phogat
Indian female wrestler Geeta Phogat made the day special by spending it with her husband Pawan Kumar and the caption which she shared the photo with is simply amazing.
Shikhar Dhawan
‘Gabbar’ of the Indian cricket team was with his family in South Africa. While sharing the pictures on social media, Shikhar Dhawan asked his fans to “make a resolution to stay fit & healthy this year”.
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The Test and ODI vice-captains along with their wives accompanied by Parthiv Patel.
Vijender Singh
Olympian boxer Vijender Singh shared his feelings and thoughts while endorsing a perfume. At the same time, he wished his fans as well.
Mithali Raj
The Indian women’s cricket team had a phenomenal run in 2017 and captain Mithali Raj is hoping to ‘continue the same team spirit into 2018’.
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Saina Nehwal
Badminton champion Saina Nehwal rocked the dance floor with her friends including Srikanth Kidambi on a song from the Ranveer Singh-Anushka Sharma-starrer Band Baaja Baraat. Later, she was joined by Parupalli Kashyap and they all seemed to have a good time together.
Welcoming the new year with Swag. The Bhangra performance by Virat Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan
Darren Sammy
Last but not the least, let’s give this story a Carribean touch. Since the West Indian cricketers are known for their celebrations, check out a few dance steps by Darren Sammy:
Wish you a very Happy New Year 2018.
