David Warner celebrates his Bihar roots, sends warm wishes for Chhath Puja to India

New Delhi: The Chhath festival, a grand celebration of faith, is a significant festival primarily observed in Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Today, the festival enters its third day, during which devotees pay homage to the setting sun through prayers and rituals. While traditionally rooted in the eastern regions of India, Chhath has now garnered international recognition. This global influence was evident when former Australian cricketer David Warner extended his heartfelt wishes on this auspicious occasion, capturing the hearts of Indian fans. In response, fans affectionately dubbed him 'Bihar ka Lala,' showcasing the festival's reach and cultural significance beyond borders.

Former Australian cricketer David Warner has a deep affection for India. He is often seen mimicking characters from Indian films and dancing to Indian songs. Not only that, Warner never misses wishing people on Indian festivals like Navratri and Diwali. He did the same on the occasion of Chhath Puja as well. He shared a post on his Instagram account with a poster, wishing everyone a happy Chhath Mahaparv. As soon as his message went live, fans started commenting. Many fans said that he is not Australian but Indian. One fan even commented, “Jai Ho Bihar Ke Lala.”

David Warner was given a lifetime leadership ban in 2018 due to his involvement in the ball-tampering incident. He was found guilty of deliberately tampering with the ball during the Johannesburg Test against South Africa. As a result, Warner was banned from captaining any Australian cricket team at any level for life. However, Cricket Australia recently reviewed its decision and lifted the ban last month.

As soon as the ban was lifted in October, David Warner was appointed the captain of Sydney Thunder for the Big Bash League in November. He expressed his happiness and said, “Being the captain of Sydney Thunder and leading the team means a lot to me. I have been a part of this team from the very beginning. I am excited to captain the team and share my experiences with the young players.”