Former India all-rounder Ravi Shastri is known for his larger-than-life personality. Even when he was a player, he played as per his rules and when he was the Indian team coach, he did things his way.
Ravi Shastri is unquestionably one of the greatest Indian cricketers in history. He was part of the 1983 World Cup-winning and 1985 World Series-winning Indian team. His successful playing career has been supplemented by substantial accomplishments in coaching and broadcasting.
Shastri's influence on the sport goes far beyond his playing days, as he is known for his distinct commentary and entertaining approach. His diverse engagement in cricket has cemented his reputation as a great game icon.
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He has made several advertisements which make use of his personality and larger-than-life image and he has become a fan favorite.
He recently set social media ablaze with posts on his X handle. The posts rapidly went viral, gaining likes and inspiring a myriad of memes on the internet. The images truly captures his attitude and passion for living life to the fullest.
The message demonstrates Shastri's ability to connect with his fans and followers, as well as his readiness to accept his advancing age with grace and humor.
He posted a photo in a bathrobe with the caption reading: "I am hottie, I am naughty, I am sixtyyyy".
He shared another photo asking his fans whether it qualified as a 'thirst trap'.
Both of these photos led to amazing memes and reactions from Indian cricket fans, who wholeheartedly embraced Shastri’s new image.
Check out the reactions:
