In India, cricket is not just a game; it is a universal religion that binds people of every class and caste. However, did you know that some of the “gods” of Indian cricket have their own set of superstitions? How much do they rely on these, and how much luck do these actually bring them, is apparently a secret. But as long as, our team brings us glory, fame and trophies, we can let them stick to their quirks. Let’s take a look at some of their bizarre beliefs. 

Zaheer Khan and “Kissa Roomaal Ka”

This Indian fast bowler has a lucky kerchief. Yup, it is yellow and is his very own lucky charm. He pockets his lucky handkerchief every time he goes out on the field.

Fast Bowler Zaheer Khan

Fast Bowler Zaheer Khan

Sourav Ganguly’s respect for his Guru

The Bengal Tiger of Cricket was known to always keep a picture of his Guru in his pocket. Whenever he was on the field, his Guru accompanied him.

Ex-Captain Sourav Ganguly

Ex-Captain Sourav Ganguly

The “Gloved” beliefs of Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is known to have a beloved pair of gloves. He goes out to play wearing these particular gloves because he assumes that wearing them helps him score high for his team.

Batsman Virat Kohli

Batsman Virat Kohli

Virendra Sehwag and the Case of the Missing Jersey Number

This explosive batsman played with number 44 for a long time, but the number did not do much for him. So, after consulting a numerologist, he decided to go numberless. His superstition is not to have a superstition, perhaps.

Veeru Dada of Cricket

Veeru Dada of Cricket

Dhoni and No. 7

The Indian captain has a bond with No. 7, which he believes helps him win matches and score runs for his team. Since he is one of the most successful captains in Indian cricketing history, we are glad he has No. 7.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Sachin Tendulkar’s Left Before Right

The “real god” of Indian cricket, master blaster, too had an interesting belief that if he put on his left pad before the right one, it would help him win matches.

Master Blaster

Master Blaster

Yuvraj’s Game of 12

Yuvraj was born on 12th Dec, which made it the 12th day of 12th month. The Indian batsman considers 12 his lucky number, which is on his jersey.

Our very own Yuvi

Our very own Yuvi