Modi tweets best wishes to Indian cricket team

February 12, 2015 18:36

As the 2015 Cricket World Cup begins, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted his wishes to the Indian team.

"As the 2015 Cricket World Cup begins, my best wishes to the Indian Cricket Team," Modi tweeted followed by individual tweets for each of the players.

For Mahendra Singh Dhoni: "My best wishes to captain cool @msdhoni. Play hard, lead well & make India proud. Knowing you, I am sure you will."

For Virat Kohli: "I wish our flamboyant vice captain @imVkohli the very best for the upcoming campaign. The entire nation has a lot of hopes on him."

For Shikhar Dhawan: "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."

For Rohit Sharma: "The only batsman to score 2 double centuries in ODIs, @ImRo45's talent has millions of fans. Make us proud once again!"

For Ajinkya Rahane: "I wish you the very best my young friend @ajinkyarahane88. Have a wonderful World Cup. Make the most of this great opportunity."

For Suresh Raina: "Suresh Raina has always been agile on the field & hard-hitting with the bat. Hit them out of the park, including the bouncers :) @ImRaina"

For Ambati Rayudu: "Have a great tournament @RayuduAmbati. I am sure you will keep the runs coming & play a key role in the tournament."

For Ravindra Jadeja: "Who is not a fan of Sir Jadeja? We all look forward to seeing your all round performances take India to victory! @imjadeja"

For Ashwin Ravi: "I am sure your spin blowing will surprise the batsman & give us victory. Play well @Ashwinravi99! My good wishes."

For Axar Patel: "The young Axar Patel can trick the batsmen with his sharp spin & bounce. Give your best & play without pressure!"

For Bhuvneshwar Kumar: "Best of luck @BhuviOfficial! Swing every match in our favour. Your breakthroughs will determine how fast we will win those matches!"

Mohit Sharma: "Our young fast bowler Mohit Sharma can bowl a great line & length. He is a great asset to the team. Best of luck."

For Mohammed Shami: "I wish my young & extremely talented friend, Mohammed Shami the very best for the World Cup. Play well & get those wickets."

For Stuart Binny: "Stuart Binnys recent all round performances have impressed all. We wish him all the best for the World Cup."

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