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In December 2024, he was admitted to a hospital in Thane after suffering from low blood pressure and a urinary tract infection. He was discharged in January 2025 after spending about two weeks in treatment. He played 17 Tests, scoring 1,084 runs at an average of 54.20, including four centuries. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines In 104 ODIs, he scored 2,477 runs. The childhood friends famously shared an unbeaten 664-run partnership in a school match in 1988 before both went on to play for India. Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news , check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule .
More importantly, Kambli said the affection shown to him has helped him feel comfortable and at home. “I have received a lot of love,” Kambli said, making it clear that he does not feel far away from home. Despite his recent difficulties, Kambli’s latest message remains positive: he says he is receiving good care, love and support, and feels at home at the centre.
Vinod Kambli has shared a message from an elderly care centre in Thane, where he is currently staying, leaving many cricket fans concerned about his health but also reassured by his positive words. The former India cricketer spoke on camera about the care he has been receiving at the Nidan Centre for Elderly Care. He praised the centre’s facilities, especially its hygiene and cleanliness, calling them first class. The video has since circulated on social media, with fans sending their wishes for his health and well-being. Watch: Kambli has dealt with several health issues in recent years. For fans who remember him at his peak, his struggles have been particularly difficult to watch. Kambli was once considered one of India’s most talented batters. His cricket journey is also closely connected to Sachin Tendulkar. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.
Doctors also found electrolyte imbalances that were affecting his muscles and movement, along with old blood clots in his brain linked to an earlier stroke. Since then, Kambli has made appearances in public, although concerns about his health and mobility have remained.