‘Hoisting the flag before you go out on game day’ – Virat Kohli expresses his feelings on Independence day

Today marks India’s 77th Independence Day. Social media has been filled with wishes for fellow countrymen on this auspicious occasion from Indians from a variety of sectors. On his official ‘X’ account, Virat Kohli also sent a post wishing everyone a happy Independence Day. This week, the former Indian skipper will have played 15 years of international cricket. He has a reputation for putting his heart on the line and being passionate about India.

His colleagues are motivated to push outside their comfort zones by his warrior-like approach on the field. Virat spoke openly about the importance of 15th of August, India’s Independence Day. The day is even more meaningful to the 34-year-old because his late father was also born on August 15th.

“Independence Day is the most important day in the history of our country. Especially, with the way it’s celebrated in India and so much happening around it. For me, it’s all the more special because it’s my father’s birthday. It was all the more special because both occasions were celebrated. I have many fond memories of Independence Day,” Virat said in a video shared by Star Sports.

“I feel proud of what we have achieved as a nation after Independence. On most Independence days, I have been playing matches or hoisting the flag. When the national anthem plays, it is a moment of pride.”

Virat Kohli recalled his youth spent in Delhi flying kites on Independence Day

In Delhi, kite flying is a tradition for Independence Day. The star India batter and former captain of the Indian cricket team admitted that he used to enjoy flying kites and described how he would prepare with his family a day in advance.

“In Delhi, there is a culture of flying kites on the day, and hence during my growing up years that used to be very special. We used to prepare a lot the night before. Usually on Independence Day, it used to be windy in Delhi,” Virat said in the video.