Vinod Kambli's struggle to walk in public raises alarms: what are his health problems?
A video of former India cricketer Vinod Kambli attempting to walk on a busy road has sparked concern and discussion on social media. The 52-year-old, once a renowned personality in the Indian cricketing fraternity, is seen struggling to keep his balance and needing assistance from passers-by. The incident has brought to light ongoing health issues that have troubled the former cricketer for years.?
Health challenges over the years
According to a report in?onlymyhealth.com,?Kambli's recent struggle is not an isolated incident but part of a broader history of health problems. In 2013, Kambli suffered a heart attack while driving in Mumbai, which was a real scare for the cricketer and his fans. A year earlier, in 2012, he had undergone an angioplasty to treat blockages in two of his arteries. These medical issues have certainly affected Kambli's overall health, making public appearances like the recent one particularly alarming for his supporters.
What viral video shows?
In a 51-second video shared by Pune Times Mirror on X (formerly Twitter), Kambli can be seen trying to steady himself by leaning on a motorcycle. A person recording the video can be heard exclaiming, "Kambli hai bhai. Maa kasam, Kambli hai (He is Kambli bro! I swear on my mom he is Kambli)." Shortly afterward, several passersby noticed his condition and helped him to safety. The video, which has been shared widely, was originally posted by a user named Narendra Gupta.
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Public reaction on?Kambli's current condition.
From the time it got release on August 5, the video has been viewed more than 300,000 times, with many expressing shock and sadness at Kambli's current condition. One user commented, "Sad to see such a talented former Indian cricketer in this condition. Wish him good health and happiness." Another urged the cricket community to support him, saying, "The cricket fraternity needs to do something for him…I hope his friends are rallying behind him…heartbreaking to see him like this…"
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Vinod Kambli is known for his achievements in cricket, especially his partnership with Sachin Tendulkar in the early 1990s. Known for his fierce batting, Kambli has played over 100 ODIs and 17 Test matches for India. His first-class career was marked by nearly 10,000 runs, including a personal best score of 262 in an innings.
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