New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- Members of the Indian cricket fraternity took to social media to extend wishes on the occasion of Janmashtami on Saturday.

Janmashtami is celebrated as the day when Lord Krishna was born.

Sharing a post on X, former Indian middle-order batter VVS Laxman said, "Wishing you and your family a very Happy Janmashtami! May Lord Krishna fill your life with love, joy, and prosperity."

The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman and former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah also posted that "may Lord Krishna's teachings inspire us to live with purpose, lead with compassion, and act with integrity."

"Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Krishna Janmashtami! On this auspicio...