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Indian cricketers who shared strained relationships with their fathers

In India, cricket is not just a sport-- it's a religion. And while many dream of becoming a cricketer one day, only a few are able to achieve this dream. However, behind the glamour of being a professional cricketer there are years of relentless hard work and sacrifices. For some, there are raw family dramas, where their dads pile sky-high pressure on them to chase glory or equations change when they earn fame. Here we list some Indian cricketers who have strained relationships with their fathers. These tales warn parents: Push too hard, lose the child. Beyond boundaries, they humanise icons, proving resilience forges champions.

28 Feb 2026 3:36 pm