VIRENDER SEHWAG SENDS SWEET BIRTHDAY WISHES TO ANIL KUMBLE WITH A SORRY NOTE 

Former Indian Captain and coach, Anil Kumble recently celebrated his 49th birthday. Wishes poured in for him on social media from fans as well as former cricketers. 

Among all the wishes, Virender Sehwag wish and tweet won the hearts of many. He took to his social media handle and captioned it saying, "One of India's greatest ever Match winners and a terrific role model. Sorry for depriving you of your second century @anilkumble1074 bhai. But I pray that you score a century in real life. Only 51 more to go.. come on ..come on Anil Bhai! Happy Birthday". 

His unique wish not only brought a smile on everyone's face even Kumble responded to him saying, "Thanks Viru. You always have a knack of saying."

Highlighting Kumble's records, he is India's leading wicket-taker in Tests with 619 wickets. He has also scored 110 runs in a Test against England at The Oval in 2007.

Other former cricketers like Harbhajan Singh also came out to wish him on social media saying: "Greatest spinner ever played the game.. biggest match winner for India... happy birthday @anilkumble1074 my bowling partner and guru." To which, Kumble responded saying, "Thanks Bhajji. Need some Punjabi lessons from you now."

The others who joined the bandwagon in wishing him are, Kings XI Punjab, who shared a special video on Kumble's 49th birthday, even former India batsman VVS Laxman sent his love and wishes. 

Looking at his career growth, Kumble was recently appointed as the head coach of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kings XI Punjab. 

Thanks Viru. You always have a knack of saying...😀

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) October 17, 2019

Thanks Bhajji. Need some punjabi lessons from you now. 😄👍🏼

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) October 17, 2019

On his special day, our Director of Cricket Operations and Head Coach @anilkumble1074 has got a lovely message for all you fans out there. 😍#SaddaPunjab #HappyBirthdayJumbo pic.twitter.com/cHnM75iNA5

— Kings XI Punjab (@lionsdenkxip) October 17, 2019

Wishing you a very special birthday and a wonderful year ahead @anilkumble1074 May God shower you with blessings today and always and I am sure this special day will bring you endless joy and tons of precious memories!🤗🤗🤗 pic.twitter.com/Sun4LaLY6Q

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) October 17, 2019