A video featuring former India cricketer Vinod Kambli struggling to walk on a busy road has gone viral on social media, raising concerns among sports enthusiasts and fans. The 52-year-old cricketing legend was filmed struggling to maintain his balance and being assisted by passersby.
The 51-second video, shared by Pune Times Mirror on X, shows Kambli using a parked motorcycle for support while attempting to walk. The video, narrated by an onlooker, captures the moment with the commentary, “Kambli hai bhai. Maa kasam, Kambli hai” (He is Kambli bro! I swear on my mom he is Kambli). Several passersby soon come to his aid, helping him reach his destination
Financial Express could not independently verify the authenticity of the video. The footage was originally shared by Narendra Gupta, who posted it on social media.
Kambli’s Cricketing Legacy
Despite a cricketing career that was cut short, Vinod Kambli remains a celebrated figure in Indian cricket. He debuted in Test cricket against England at Eden Gardens on February 2, 1993, and played 17 Tests, amassing 1084 runs. Kambli also featured in 104 One Day Internationals (ODIs), where he scored 2477 runs at an average of 32.59. His First-Class cricket record is notable for its exceptional performance, with 9965 runs at an average of 59.67 over 129 matches.
The video’s circulation has led to an outpouring of concern from fans and the cricketing community, highlighting the enduring interest in Kambli’s well-being and the challenges he may be facing