Vinod Kambli remembers Sachin Tendulkar in hospital as doctor shares shocking update on ‘unstable brain condition’

Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli has expressed gratitude to his lifelong friend Sachin Tendulkar as he recovers from a recent health setback at Thane Hospital. Kambli was admitted to a private hospital in Thane, Aakriti Hospital after he complained of a urinary infection and cramps.

Notably, Vinod Kambli was taken to a hospital in Thane’s Kalher area by a fan who owns the facility. Now, Dr. Vivek Trivedi, who is treating Vinod Kambli, revealed that after several medical tests, doctors at Aakriti 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 is feeling better and remains deeply connected to his cricketing journey after singing Queen’s iconic 1977 classic song ‘We Are the Champions’. The former left-handed batsman also recalled his achievements with the bat.

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Vinod Kambli was quoted by ANI as saying, “I am feeling better now… I will never leave this (cricket) because I remember the number of centuries and double centuries I have hit… We are three left-handers in the family.”

Appreciating the support of his former teammate and old friend, Kambli thanked Sachin Tendulkar as he revealed the legendary cricketer’s blessings and prayers during this difficult time. He added, “When I was not well, he (Sachin) said I had his blessings. I am thankful to him.”

Watch Vinod Kambli’s reaction to his current state here:

#LOOK | Maharashtra: Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli says, “I feel better now… I will never leave this (cricket) because I remember the number of centuries and double centuries I have hit… We are three left-handers in the family I am thankful to Sachin Tendulkar as… https://t.co/ZQsUuVV1pO pic.twitter.com/Xj8UQbAgmQ

— ANI (@ANI) December 24, 2024

Meanwhile, Vinod Kambli is recovering at Aakriti Hospital after doctors detected clots in his brain. He was admitted to hospital due to muscle cramps, dizziness and difficulty walking, and now Aakriti Hospital Chief Intensivist 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 is now stable. The doctor has observed degenerative changes in his brain and focuses on rehabilitation and physiotherapy. Kambli is expected to be discharged in 2-3 days.

There are degenerative changes in his brain: Dr. Vivek Dwivedi

Dr. Vivek Dwivedi was quoted by ANI as saying, “We admitted him on Saturday evening. He had muscle cramps and dizziness at home… When we took him to the hospital he had high fever and difficulty walking due to muscle cramps. In the investigation, we found that he had a urinary infection and a sodium and potassium deficiency, which were causing muscle cramps.

A brain scan revealed that he had old clots from a recent stroke. We admitted him to the ICU because he also had low BP… His vitals are stable, but his treatment and physical therapy are ongoing. We plan to discharge him in 2-3 days. His brain condition is not stable… There are degenerative changes in his brain. Therefore, we focus more on rehabilitation”.

#LOOK | Thane, Maharashtra | On the hospitalization of former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, the doctor who treated him, Aakriti Hospital chief intensivist Dr Vivek Dwivedi says, “We admitted him on Saturday evening. He had muscle cramps and dizzy at home… I had… pic.twitter.com/RffhlY9idr

— ANI (@ANI) December 24, 2024

Notably, Kambli, who represented India in 17 Tests and 104 ODIs from 1993 to 2000, recently attended the unveiling of a memorial for their legendary coach Ramakant Achrekar at Shivaji Park.