Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli is at the risk of having a brain stroke, and once again, former cricketers have stepped in to offer financial help. The ex-Indian cricketer has been grappling with multiple health issues over the last few years and was even hospitalized last year due to cramps and urinary infection. Following his recent struggles, a WhatsApp group has been created in which Sachin Tendulkar, among other former Indian cricketers are also a part of to help Kambli financially.
Kambli serious, Sachin steps in again
As per Hindustan Times, Kambli’s longtime friend Marcus Couto revealed that he has formed a WhatsApp group that includes the ex-cricketer’s friends who contribute financially to his treatment. He revealed that while Vinod’s memory isn’t good at the moment, it hasn’t declined either in the last six months. Couto said that the doctor has informed that the next stage could be a brain stroke and that while he has stopped drinking, he continues to smoke, which is harmful.
“I have formed a WhatsApp group including his friends, and without taking names, they contribute a lot financially. The doctor is saying that the next stage would be a brain stroke. He has stopped drinking, but sometimes when he goes down, he asks those passing by to help him with a smoke,” Cuoto said.
Vinod Kambli’s friend revealed that the ex-Indian cricketer would ask auto drivers for a cigarette and that they would gladly oblige. However, he said that this causes serious damage to him – not his heart or kidney but his brain.
Kambli was hospitalized in December last year due to complications from a urinary infection and severe cramps. He remained under medical care in Thane for nearly two weeks before being discharged on January 1.
His health struggles have been ongoing, having previously undergone two heart surgeries in 2013 with financial assistance from his longtime friend and cricketing icon, Sachin Tendulkar.
Last year, Gavaskar had extended aid to Kambli through his CHAMPS Foundation, an initiative established in 1999 to assist former international athletes in need. In accordance with this commitment, Kambli will now receive a monthly financial allowance of INR 30,000 for the remainder of his life, starting April 1. Additionally, an annual provision of INR 30,000 was allocated for his medical expenses, ensuring continued support for his health and well-being.
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