Vinod Kambli diagnosed with brain clots, taken to ICU

| Updated: 24 December, 2024 1:44 pm IST

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, 52, has been diagnosed with brain clots, a health condition that led to his hospitalization. (Photo Illustration: Swastik Sharma)

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, 52, has been diagnosed with brain clots, a health condition that led to his hospitalization at Akruti Hospital in Bhiwandi, Thane. The diagnosis came after Kambli was admitted on Monday following a weekend of health complications, including complaints of urinary infections and cramps.

According to Dr. Vivek Trivedi, the medical professional overseeing Kambli’s treatment, tests confirmed the presence of clots in the brain. “Kambli’s health is under constant observation, and additional tests are scheduled for Tuesday,” Dr. Trivedi stated.

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In a gesture of compassion, the hospital’s in-charge, S. Singh, announced that Kambli would receive free treatment for the rest of his life. The hospital’s support comes as a relief for the cricketer, who has faced numerous health challenges in recent years. Kambli previously underwent two heart surgeries in 2013, with financial assistance from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar.

Former Indian Cricketer Vinod Kambli during his playing days. (Photo Illustration: Swastik Sharma)

Kambli’s recent appearance at an event in Mumbai, where he joined Tendulkar to unveil a memorial for their childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar, raised concerns among the cricketing community about his health. Despite his appearance at the ceremony, observers noted his deteriorating condition. Kambli’s health issues have also sparked concern from fellow cricketers such as Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar, both of whom have expressed their support and suggested that rehabilitation could benefit Kambli.

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In an emotional interview, Kambli shared the details of his health struggles. “I had been suffering from a urine issue, which worsened. About a month ago, I collapsed from dizziness. My son helped me up, and my wife and daughter came to my aid,” Kambli recalled. After the incident, he sought treatment at three different hospitals.

“I am grateful to these doctors who made me walk again. I still face some cramps, but I know I’m on the road to recovery,” Kambli shared with the media from his ICU bed.

Kambli’s struggles since retiring have sparked an outpouring of support from fans and the cricketing community.