Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli expressed his gratitude to his lifelong friend Sachin Tendulkar as he recovered from a recent health setback at a Thane hospital. Kambli was admitted to a private hospital in Thane at Akriti Hospital after he complained of a urinary tract infection and cramps.
It is worth noting that Vinod Kambli was taken to a hospital in Kalher area in Thane by a fan who owns the facility. Now, Dr Vivek Trivedi, who is treating Vinod Kambli, has revealed that after several medical tests, doctors at Akriti Hospital discovered clots in the former Indian cricketer's brain.
Vinod Kambli reflects on cricket and friendship with Sachin Tendulkar amid health battle
Speaking about his recovery, Vinod Kambli revealed that he feels better and remains deeply connected to his cricketing journey after singing Queen's 1977 classic song 'We Are the Champions'. The former left-handed batsman also recalled his achievements with the bat.
“I feel better now… I will never leave this (cricket) because I remember how many centuries and double centuries I hit… We are three left-handers in a family,” ANI quoted Vinod Kambli as saying.
Appreciating the support extended by his former colleague and old friend, Kambli thanked Sachin Tendulkar while revealing the legendary cricketer's blessings and prayers during this difficult time. He added: “When I was not feeling well, he (Sachin) said he had his blessings. “I am grateful to him.”
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#He watches | Maharashtra: Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli says: “I feel better now… I will never leave this (cricket) because I remember how many centuries and double centuries I hit… We are three left-handers in the family. I am grateful to Sachin Tendulkar… https://t.co/ZQsUuVV1pO pic.twitter.com/Xj8UQbAgmQ
-Annie (@Annie) December 24, 2024
Meanwhile, Vinod Kambli is currently recovering at Akriti Hospital after doctors discovered clots in his brain. He was admitted to the hospital due to muscle spasms, dizziness and difficulty walking, and now the head of the intensive care department at Akriti Hospital, Dr Vivek Dwivedi, has given a new update on the former batsman.
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Tests revealed a urine infection, sodium and potassium deficiency, and old clots from a recent stroke. Dr. Dwivedi revealed that Kambli was treated in the ICU due to low blood pressure, but his condition is stable now. The doctor noticed degenerative changes in his brain and is focusing on rehabilitation and physical therapy. Kambli is expected to be discharged from the hospital within 2-3 days.
There are degenerative changes in his brain: Dr. Vivek Dwivedi
Dr Vivek Dwivedi was quoted as saying: “We received him on Saturday evening. He was suffering from muscle spasms and dizziness at home… He had a high fever when we brought him to the hospital and difficulty walking due to muscle spasms. Upon investigation, it was found that he had a urinary infection and a deficiency of sodium and potassium, which caused muscle spasms.
A brain scan revealed old clots due to a recent stroke. We admitted him to the ICU because he was also suffering from low blood pressure… His vitals are stable, but his treatment and physical therapy are continuing. We plan to have it out in 2-3 days. His brain condition is unstable… there are degenerative changes in his brain. “So, we are focusing more on rehabilitation.”
#He watches | Thane, Maharashtra | Regarding the admission of former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli to the hospital, the doctor treating him, and head of the intensive care department at Akriti Hospital, Dr. Vivek Dwivedi, says: “We admitted him to the hospital on Saturday evening. He was suffering from muscle spasms and dizziness at home… He had… .. pic.twitter.com/RffhlY9idr
-Annie (@Annie) December 24, 2024
It is worth noting that Kambli, who represented India in 17 Tests and 104 ODIs from 1993 to 2000, recently attended the inauguration of a memorial for his legendary coach Ramakant Achrekar at Shivaji Park.