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Sunil Gavaskar Emphasizes Nurturing Talent at Indore Book Launch
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 03:45 PM
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Former India batting legend Sunil Gavaskar said that serving cricket goes beyond batting and fielding, highlighting the importance of grooming future talent during the launch of Sanjay Jagdale’s book ‘Rag‑Rag Mein Cricket’ in Indore.
Former Indian great Sunil Gavaskar addressed a gathering in Indore on Sunday, underscoring that the duty of a cricketer extends beyond on‑field performance. Speaking at the launch of Sanjay Jagdale’s memoir ‘Rag‑Rag Mein Cricket’, Gavaskar highlighted the role of senior players in identifying and nurturing emerging talent.
He noted that while batting and fielding are visible aspects of the game, the true service to cricket lies in mentoring youngsters, providing them with guidance and opportunities. Gavaskar’s remarks resonated with the audience, which included former players, coaches and cricket administrators.
The event, organized by the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association, also featured a brief reading from Jagdale’s book, which chronicles his experiences as a player and administrator. Gavaskar’s comments reinforced the ongoing conversation about building a robust pipeline for Indian cricket’s future.
The launch marks another milestone in Jagdale’s literary contributions, aiming to inspire the next generation of cricketers through stories of perseverance and dedication.
He noted that while batting and fielding are visible aspects of the game, the true service to cricket lies in mentoring youngsters, providing them with guidance and opportunities. Gavaskar’s remarks resonated with the audience, which included former players, coaches and cricket administrators.
The event, organized by the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association, also featured a brief reading from Jagdale’s book, which chronicles his experiences as a player and administrator. Gavaskar’s comments reinforced the ongoing conversation about building a robust pipeline for Indian cricket’s future.
The launch marks another milestone in Jagdale’s literary contributions, aiming to inspire the next generation of cricketers through stories of perseverance and dedication.