Top 3 Indian cricketers who are serving in Indian Army & Air Force
Some Indian cricket legends have been honoured with honorary military ranks for their significant contributions on and off the field.
The vibrant nation of India has an extremely rich tradition of honouring its cricket stars not only for their immense contributions on the field but also off it. Notably, some cricket legends have tried to inspire the youth in various aspects. Hence, it is apt to say that they have made valuable contributions to society while also displaying true sportsmanship. Considering this, our armed forces too have taken note of their positive influence on Indian society, and as a result, they have bestowed some legends of Indian cricket with honorary ranks in the military.
Quite commendably, these legends have often promoted patriotism and the armed forces in various ways from time to time. Some prominent examples include the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and the former world champion captain, Kapil Dev. While Tendulkar was conferred with the honorary rank of Group Captain by the Indian Air Force (IAF), Dhoni was awarded the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army. When it comes to the legendary Indian all-rounder, Kapil Dev, he was also honoured with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army.
Let’s look at the military credentials of the above-mentioned Indian cricket legends:
1. Kapil Dev
The former world champion and legendary Indian all-rounder Kapil Dev, who led the team to a historic victory in their first Cricket World Cup in 1983, was bestowed with the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army. Notably, the rank was awarded to Dev in the year 2008. He received the coveted recognition for his significant contribution to Indian cricket, along with being an epitome of discipline, unwavering patriotism, and leadership qualities.
In fact, on several occasions, Dev has shown his deep admiration and respect for the Indian Army by participating in various military-related events, while also inspiring the youth of the nation. Moreover, the sports icon has also shown strong support for Indian soldiers in the past, honouring those who sacrificed their lives for the love of their motherland, India.
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