Happy New Year: How sports stars around the world welcomed 2021
Virat Kohli
The Indian skipper Kohli and Anushka Sharma spent New Year’s eve with Hardik Pandya and his wife Natasa Stankovic and a few other friends. “Friends who test negative together spend positive time together! “ wrote Kohli on social media as he wished everyone a Happy 2021.
PV Sindhu
The Indian badminton superstar Sindhu posted a short video on Instagram, captioned,” Happy New Year, everyone. May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door.”
Sania Mirza
Sania Mirza shared an adorable photo with her son Izhaan and husband Shoaib Mallik, along with her thoughts about 2020. Sania and Shoaib became parents last year and hence the year was special for them even though it was tough and challenging.
Sachin Tendulkar
The Master Blaster wished his fans on social media: “As we start afresh, hoping for a safer and happier 2021, let’s carry forward invaluable lessons from last year: to be consciously grateful for things and not take mother nature for granted. To value relationships and to keep in touch with our loved ones.”
Cheteshwar Pujara
Pujara, who is currently in Australia with the Indian cricket team and away from family, shared a picture with his wife as he wished everyone a happy 2021.
Saina Nehwal
Badminton stars Saina and P. Kashyap, who got married in 2018, welcomed 2021 together. The Olympic medallist shared a video of the two cutting cake at midnight.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo spent New Year’s Eve with his family. The Juventus star posted a cute family picture on social media and wrote a small message for his fans. “Let’s try to turn 2021 into a turning point, a new beginning, a fresh start,” wrote Ronaldo.
Steve Smith
After being away since August, Smith and his wife Dani Willis finally reunited as they welcomed 2021 together in Melbourne.
Travis Head
Australian cricketer Travis Head, who is also a part of the Australian Test squad that is playing India, was able to celebrate New Year’s Eve with his girlfriend Jeff Davies.
Jos Buttler
The English cricketer spread joy with a very adorable picture with his “stars of 2020.”
Stuart Broad
England’s fast bowler shared a series of photos as he recollected his highlights of 2020, including his milestone of the 500th Test wicket.
Luis Suarez
The Athletico Madrid star wished his 39.2m followers on Instagram with a sweet family portrait, while he also urged his fans to look forward to 2021 with positive vibes.
Andy Robertson
“Happy New Year guys! Here’s to 2021!! It’s been a tough and strange year for everyone but I hope you’re all safe and well,” Liverpool star left-back Andy Robertson wrote on Twitter.
Fabinho
Liverpool’s defensive midfielder Fabinho shared a picture with his wife as he wished his fans,” Happy New Year!!!! May 2021 bring us many blessings.”
Harry Kane
The England star forward Harry Kane introduced his son Louis Harry Kane, who was born on Dec. 29, 2020, and also wished everyone a happy new year!