Vinod Kambli Shares Health Update – I Am Fit and Fine
As soon as video footage showing former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli struggling to walk was posted online, many were concerned for his well-being. The 52-year-old could be seen struggling after getting down from his bike on Mumbai streets and needing assistance from passerby pedestrians.
In a new video, the legendary batsman has given assurance to his fans of his well-being and is not drunk as suggested in earlier videos.
1. I am fit and fine
Video footage showing former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli struggling to stand back up while walking along a Mumbai street surfaced online this week, leaving his fans concerned for his health. The 52-year-old could be seen getting down from a bike and needing help from pedestrians in order to stand back up again – leading some fans to appeal directly to Sachin Tendulkar and the BCCI for support for him.
Kambli has since released a video message on X to reassure his fans of his well-being, saying he’s doing well thanks to God. Additionally, he disproved reports suggesting he was drunk during the viral video, instead saying that he felt dizzy during this incident.
Former left-handed batsman Kambli is married to Andrea Hewitt, with whom they share two children – a son and daughter. Kambli coaches at MCA Cricket School as well as opening his own academy. Unfortunately in 2013 he suffered a heart attack due to blocked arteries; following this angioplasty surgery cleared out these obstructions.
At Kambli’s flat in Bandra Jewel Cooperative Society this week, Ricky Couto and First Class Umpire Marcus Couto paid him a surprise visit and heard him recalling old memories with great fondness while being upbeat and upbeat overall. The pair spent about five hours with him; Kambli proved far more active than depicted in viral video.
2. I am surviving
Recently, an internet video featuring former India batsman Vinod Kambli who is suffering from serious health issues went viral. In it, Kambli can be seen struggling to walk and needing assistance from passerby; fans have expressed great concern and worry for his wellbeing.
Maverick opener and childhood friend of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, Kambli had an outstanding start to his career, forming an influential partnership with Tendulkar both domestically and internationally. Representing India in 17 Tests and over 100 ODI matches respectively during this period; Kambli racked up more than 10,000 first-class runs for Mumbai team with his highest score being 262.
In 2013, 52-year-old was diagnosed with a heart attack and underwent an angioplasty procedure to clear blockages from two arteries. This development, coupled with recent video footage depicting his declining health has left his fans and followers shocked and devastated.
Kambli responded to the video via microblogging website X, formerly Twitter, by clarifying his condition and thanking everyone involved through video. Since its posting online, many are appealing for Sachin Tendulkar’s help in covering Kambli’s medical costs until his health improves further. Many have even posted messages asking Tendulkar directly for financial support while many are asking Tendulkar himself to pay.
3. I am not drunk
Vinod Kambli’s disorientation on social media has sent shock waves through his fans and supporters, prompting them to offer assistance from onlookers. In the video posted online by his well-wishers, 52-year-old Vinod is seen struggling to maintain balance before needing help from bystanders in order to stay standing upright.
Kambli’s health issues have sent shockwaves through the cricket community. His childhood friend Sachin Tendulkar has been among those tagged on social media by fans asking him to assist his friend as soon as possible.
Former Mumbai batsman Anil Kumble has battled various health-related issues over time. In 2013, while driving back home from Chembur, he suffered a heart attack that required emergency medical treatment at Chembur Hospital before receiving immediate angioplasty for two blocked arteries shortly thereafter.
Kambli was one of the most promising opening batsmen during domestic cricket but did not manage to capitalize on his opportunities; many believe his mentality and lack of discipline contributed to an underwhelming career.
4. I am fine
Vinod Kambli’s video of him struggling to walk on a road has gone viral and caused considerable concern among fans. The former cricketer is well known for his flashy batting style and close relationship with Sachin Tendulkar; but this footage shows him appearing disoriented. This has resulted in numerous social media users appealing for assistance for him; some even tagged Tendulkar asking for assistance for Kambli.
Kambli can be seen taking help from a bicycle parked on the street to reach his desired destination. He thanked locals who assisted him by posting to micro-blogging platform X. Additionally, in that message he stated that he is faring much better now.
Kambli has long battled health issues. In 2013, he experienced a heart attack while driving in Mumbai; and prior to that he underwent an angioplasty procedure to address two blocked arteries.
Kambli played 17 Tests and 104 ODI matches for India between 1993 and 2000, scoring over 10,000 runs in first-class cricket for Mumbai. Even through ongoing health concerns, he remains widely respected among cricketing circles for his contributions to the sport.