Mothers play a huge role in shaping the lives of India’s top cricketers. On Mother’s Day, we look at how some of these cricketers’ moms helped them achieve their dreams.
Moms Who Made It Happen
Virat Kohli’s mom, Saroj Kohli, kept the family together after his father passed away. Kohli was just a kid when he lost his dad. His mom worked hard to support him and his siblings. She made sure Kohli could pursue his cricket dreams despite the financial struggles. In an interview, she said that after his father’s death, Kohli became more serious about his game. He didn’t like sitting on the bench and was determined to make the most of every match.
Kohli has a tattoo of his parents’ names, showing how much he values their sacrifices. His mom’s strength and courage inspired him to work harder and become one of the world’s top batsmen.
Sacrifices Made
Mithali Raj is one of India’s most successful female cricketers. Her parents made big sacrifices to support her cricket career. When she was selected for the World Cup, her father, Dorai Raj, turned down a promotion to be closer to her. Her mom, Leela Raj, gave up her job to take care of the family. Mithali has said that her mom sacrificed a lot of her time to ensure she had everything she needed. She’s still very close to her mom and values her support.
Jasprit Bumrah’s mom played a crucial role in his life after his father passed away when he was just five. She worked hard to provide for their family and taught Bumrah the importance of staying patient during tough times. Bumrah has said that he’ll always be grateful for his mom’s sacrifices and the lessons she taught him.
A Special Bond
Sachin Tendulkar, known as the God of Cricket, has a special bond with his mom, Rajni Tendulkar. She never attended his matches until his 200th Test. Sachin arranged for a ramp and wheelchair for her because she had trouble climbing stairs. He wanted to make sure she was comfortable watching him play. Sachin has said that his mom is someone who can replace anyone, but no one can replace her.