Internet celebrates Mohammad Kaif's 37th birthday

Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif celebrates his 37th birthday today. One of the best fielders in the world, Kaif was an integral part of the Indian team till 2006. His unbeaten 87 against England in the NatWest series final is the major highlight of his career as India went on to chase 326 runs at Lord’s. Kaif was a vital cog in the Indian lineup during the 2003 world cup in South Africa.

He is currently leading the Chattisgarh unit in the Ranji Trophy. Kaif played 13 Tests and 125 ODIs for India, scoring more than 3000 runs. Chattisgarh are new to the domestic circuit and Kaif’s experience will benefit the side. Kaif led the U19 India team to world cup victory in the year 2000. The side included the likes of Yuvraj Singh, Reetinder Sodhi.

IPL glory

He was also the most expensive player at the Rajasthan Royals dug-out during the initial years of the IPL. Kaif was earlier named the assistant coach of the Gujarat Lions side in the IPL this year. He worked along with head coach Brad Hodge.

Kaif interested to be the India coach

Fans and well-wishers from around the world wished Kaif on his birthday. He has been a role-model for the youngsters as known for his sensational fielding. Kaif had earlier showed his interest in being the fielding coach of the Indian team. The Indian team has stressed a lot on fitness and the importance of fielding well.

The fielding standards have gradually grown over the years and now-a-days we can see some breathtaking work even from the tall lanky bowlers. It would be the ideal time for someone like Kaif to mentor the side and add more to their growth.

Let us take a look at the wishes Kaif received on his birthday. From teammates, colleagues and fans.

Wishing a very happy birthday to our very own #TeamIndia Superman. Bas cape missing hai, Kaifu 😉 Have a super day and year ahead, @MohammadKaif. pic.twitter.com/ZXVNENxRjv

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 1, 2017

He played 13 Tests and 125 ODIs for India, scoring 3,377 runs, and was the captain of their #U19CWC winning side in 2000 – Happy Birthday @MohammadKaif! pic.twitter.com/cJitqVvh3l

— ICC (@ICC) December 1, 2017

Happy Birthday @MohammadKaif . May you maintain good health and wealth in the years to come. pic.twitter.com/CZ9SXnHED0

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 1, 2017

Happy Birthday @MohammadKaif I’m sorry for terrifying you at bat pad for all@those years?? Have a wonderful year full happiness and joy!!!

— Matthew Hayden AM (@HaydosTweets) December 1, 2017

Happy birthday @MohammadKaif
You made me believe fielding can change the course of the match and fielding has now been redefined in cricket because of people like you!
Fondly remember our hostel days where we showed runs saved were as important as runs scored.✌️??? pic.twitter.com/HtiOoi1gbF

— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) December 1, 2017

Wishing you a very happy birthday @mohammadkaif . You have always been a very good mentor. Thanks a lot for teaching me so many things in cricket. pic.twitter.com/93PNymPPFm

— R P Singh (@RpSingh99) December 1, 2017

Wishing you a splendid birthday filled with beautiful surprises. Stay blessed @MohammadKaif.

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) December 1, 2017

Wishing you a year filled with love and joy. A very happy birthday, @MohammadKaif . pic.twitter.com/7yR88trAAs

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 1, 2017

Happy birthday brother @mohammadkaif, always fondly remember the thrilling times we had on and off the field together! Have a wonderful year ahead. pic.twitter.com/4LD665YHrU

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) December 1, 2017

Wishing a very happy birthday to @MohammadKaif an electrifying fielder and a great batsman. Wishing you all success for the years ahead.

— Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) December 1, 2017

@MohammadKaif have a wonderful day, stay blessed ?

— Saqlain Mushtaq (@Saqlain_Mushtaq) December 1, 2017

Happy birthday @MohammadKaif . Indian cricket history will always glorify you as one of the safest hands on the field. pic.twitter.com/USNW3ylBw0

— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) December 1, 2017

Many many happy returns of d day @MohammadKaif bhai ?? Hav a great one nd may Allah always bless u ?

— Manoj Tiwary (@tiwarymanoj) December 1, 2017

Here is wishing one of @BCCI best fielders and a great batsman @MohammadKaif a very happy birthday? Wishing you good luck ?? #UPCA

— UPCA (@UPCACricket) December 1, 2017