Vinod Kambli hospitalized as health worsens overnight: 'Condition stable but critical'

Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli has been admitted to the hospital after his health took a turn for the worse over the weekend. As per reports from the Times of India, Kambli, who had just been present at the unveiling of Ramakant Achrekar's statue at Shivaji Park in Mumbai, was rushed to the hospital on Saturday night.

Over the past few years, Kambli has faced several health issues. The same report states that the former India left-handed batter has been admitted to Thane's Akriti Hospital.

According to the report, Kambli's condition is stable but remains critical. Further details about his ailment are awaited.

Earlier, the 1983 World Cup-winning squad members had expressed their support to Kambli after his health issues became public.

Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar had expressed their desire to help, suggesting rehabilitation.

Kambli opens up on health issues

Earlier, Vinod Kambli, while speaking to Vicky Lalwani, opened up on his health issues. He mentioned a urine problem that led to him being hospitalised a month ago.

"I was suffering from a urine problem. It was just flowing. My son, Jesus Cristiano, picked me up and brought me back to my feet. My daughter, who is 10 years old, and my wife came to help me. This happened one month ago. My head started spinning; I collapsed and fell down. The doctor told me to get admitted," said Kambli while speaking on Vicky Lalwani's YouTube channel.

Kambli also spoke about experiencing dizziness and collapsing. He also revealed that he underwent two heart surgeries in 2013, and he received financial support from Sachin Tendulkar.

Speaking about his bond with Sachin Tendulkar, Kambli said, "We have known each other since we were very young. Tendulkar rose in status. Sachin did everything for me. He helped me and did a lot. I underwent two operations at Lilawati. He took care of it. He paid for both my surgeries—helped financially—in 2013."

Kambli and Sachin have been childhood friends and their bond has seen several ups and downs. The duo first grabbed headlines after stitching together a 664-run partnership while playing for Sharadashram Vidyamandir.

The duo then represented India in the 1992 and 1996 World Cups.

Vinod Kambli played 17 Tests and 104 ODIs for India. He scored four Test centuries, including two double centuries. He also became the first Indian to achieve consecutive double centuries in Tests.

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