There are always inspiring stories behind every inspiring person. Indian cricketers have always been an inspiration to the youth. They have faced lots of challenges throughout their journey to become a cricketer and achieved great success.
1. Virat's Effect On A Book's Publicity
Virat Kohli is the most loved cricketer in India. During the first test against West Indies, Virat Kohli was seen reading a book by Steven Sylvester, 'Detox Your Ego.' The picture of Virat reading this book went viral. The book sold in a night & got free publicity too.
2. Yuvraj Singh As A Child Actor
Yuvraj Singh is a great cricketer. Many people don't know that he has worked in a Punjabi film (Mehndi Shagna Di) as a child actor. Yes, you read that right! He was just 11-years-old when he made his debut as a child actor. The cricketer also fought cancer and is an inspiring person and a brilliant cricketer.
3. Sachin Tendulkar: Substitute Fielder For Opponent
Sachin Tendulkar made his international debut in 1989 by playing against Pakistan. However, once Tendulkar played for Pakistan as a substitute fielder in a test match between India and Pakistan.
4. VVS Laxman: The 100 Test Matches Star
His full name is Vangipurapu Venkata Sai Laxman. VVS Laxman is also the former Indian international cricketer. He is the only Indian cricketer to have played 100 Test matches. However, he hadn't played a single World Cup match.
5. Rahul Dravid: One Of The BIG FOUR
Rahul Dravid is among India's 'Big Four' with Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman, and Sachin Tendulkar. Sachin Tendulkar is the first highest run-scorer for India and Dravid is the second to score the highest run for India in Test cricket. Dravid was 12 years when he started playing cricket.
6. Dhoni: Love For Bikes
Telugu film-star Akkineni Nagarjuna and M.S. Dhoni co-own a motorcycle racing team, 'Mahi Racing Team.' This team is the country's first World Superbike Team. His love for the bike has blossomed since his early college days. Today, he is the owner of a vast bike collection.
7. Virat Kohli: World Cup Debut Record
Virat Kohli is the first Indian to score a century in his 2011 World Cup debut. The match was against Bangladesh and India won by 87 runs. Virat Kohli is a huge inspiration for the youth across the world, and he holds lots of records in the world of cricket.
8. KL Rahul: The Fastest 50 In IPL History
Kannur Lokesh Rahul is an Indian cricketer and the captain of Punjab Kings in IPL (Indian Premier League). He has made the record for the fastest 50 in IPL history, and Rahul still holds the record for the fastest 50. He achieved this in 14 balls, including six fours and four sixes.
9. Hardik Pandya
His elder brother Krunal is also an international cricketer. Both are called Maggie brothers as Maggie was their favorite food during their childhood. Hardik failed in the 9th standard and left his education to follow his passion for cricket. His journey in the world of cricket began in Baroda, and later, he became a part of Mumbai Indians. His journey has been full of challenges and is a great inspiration for today's youth. Hardik inspires all the aspiring cricketers through his struggle and achieving success eventually.
10. Sourav Ganguly
Sourav Ganguly is an Indian Cricket administrator. He was also called the 'Prince of Calcutta.' His other names include Dada and Bengal tiger. He opened a restaurant, and Sachin Tendulkar inaugurated it. By opening this restaurant, he donned the hat of an entrepreneur, too. Sourav is also the chairman of BCCI.
