8 cricketers and their unique childhood stories
We know cricketers for their exploits on the field. When they play for their country or in the Indian Premier League (IPL), they are followed by millions of people. More often than not, they are figures of inspiration.We follow cricket stars in the matches, on social medi,a but ever wonder what these legends may have been like as children?Some were shy and quite, and some had their share of limelight early on. For several of them, cricket happened out of the blue while for others, the sport was their only dream. The stars have battled money, distance and several obstacles to be where they are now.Here is a look at some of the biggest names in cricket and their unique childhood stories:
#1 Rohit Sharma
The stylish batsman from Mumbai is known for his elegant strike and lofty sixes. However, it was no easy ride for him.
Rohit’s father, Gurunath Sharma had lost his job after the transport company he worked for shut shop. They were fighting financial troubles and luckily Swami Vivekananda International School gave him a scholarship, where Sharma’s coach Dinesh Lad also used to work.
He took the little boy under his wings and began to coach him. One day while walking on the streets, they spotted a luxury sedan in his locality.
“Sir, main yeh gaadi khareedoonga (Sir, I will buy this car),” he declared. His coach dismissed the boy by asking him to focus on his cricket, and not be distracted by cars.
Now, Rohit Sharma is an integral part of the Indian team in the shorter format. Interestingly, he owns that very car, along with several other cool wheels.
The Mumbaikar surely knew how to dream big!