Former Indian cricketer Sandeep Patil has requested that Anshuman Gaekwad, a national coach and former Test cricketer, receive financial support from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as he fights blood cancer. The urgent need for assistance inside the cricketing fraternity has been made clear by this discovery.
For the past year, renowned Indian cricketer Gaekwad has been fighting blood cancer covertly. Gaekwad is currently receiving treatment in London, although the public is generally unaware of his illness or his need for financial assistance.
This scenario has been brought to light by Patil’s recent editorial in Mid-Day, which has sparked conversations regarding the cricket boards’ obligations to their former players.
The seriousness of the problem became evident when Patil met Anshuman Gaekwad at King’s College Hospital during a visit to London.
“Anshuman Gaekwad informed me that he requires money for medical care. Soon after, I chatted with BCCI treasurer Ashish Shelar alongside Dilip Vengsarkar. Actually, after seeing Anshuman Gaekwad at King’s College Hospital in London, we called Ashish Shelar,” Patil said in his column.
A cricket player from any nation should receive assistance from his board: Sandeep Patil Gaekwad’s career in cricket is remarkable, having played in 40 Test matches and one World Cup. His 1,959 runs at an average of 32.08, with a best score of 201, demonstrate his hitting prowess.
Following his retirement, Gaekwad entered the coaching profession. He led the Kenyan cricket team in the 1999 World Cup and was the head coach of the Indian cricket team from 2000 to 2001.
“Although it may sound gloomy, I’m confident he will help with this and preserve Anshu’s life. Anshu’s matter needs to be given top importance and handled as critically as possible, but any cricket player from any nation should receive assistance from his Board, Patil said.
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