Merry Christmas 2020: Hardik Pandya, Sachin Tendulkar, David Warner, other cricket stars spread festive cheer

Hardik ‘Papa Santa’ Pandya
At the end of the T20I and ODI series between India and Australia earlier this month, Hardik Pandya returned home to be with his new-born son and wife. “My boy’s first Christmas,” wrote Pandya in an adorable post on Instagram.
Away from home – Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, who is in Australia currently with the Indian cricket team, shared a photo of his wife Ritika and daughter Samaira. “Merry Christmas to all. Happy holidays! Miss you guys @ritssajdeh,” read Rohit’s caption.
Sachin turns Santa!
Sachin, dressed as a Santa, wishes his fans Merry Christmas through a video on social media. “Merry Christmas everyone! Christmas has always been about togetherness and giving. Let's make it special for the people around us, even in the smallest of ways. Have a blessed one,” wrote Sachin in a post.
David Warner’s unique family photo
Warner, who is currently at home in Sydney, is recovering from an injury. One of the most creative celebrities on social media, Warner made a collage of pictures with his wife and three daughters and called it as their family portrait of Christmas 2020. “Merry Christmas everyone!! This is our attempt of a family photo this year 😂😂 @candywarner1 love you all. #family,” Warner captioned it.
Steve Smith’s Christmas throwback
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, cricketers across the globe have been living in bubbles throughout a series. Which means, they were away from their families on Christmas too. Aussie star Steve Smith posted a throwback photo with his wife. “Merry Christmas everyone! Here’s a throwback to Christmas 2013 with @dani_willis Unfortunately many of us aren’t able to celebrate with our loved ones this year. Let’s hope 2021 is a much brighter year for all,” wrote Smith.
Tim Paine’s throwback
“Merry Christmas to everyone! Throwback to one my favourite photo,” wrote the Australian Test captain.
Yuvraj Singh’s day out on Christmas
The former Indian cricketer posted a video playing golf, where he was also wearing a Christmas cap. “ Make sure you hit it out of the park 🎅🌲 Merry Christmas everyone,” wrote Yuvraj in a post along with the video.