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Sunil Gavaskar stresses talent development at Sanjay Jagdale’s book launch in Indore
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 02:31 PM
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Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar told attendees at the launch of Sanjay Jagdale’s ‘Rag‑Rag Mein Cricket’ in Indore that serving the game goes beyond batting and fielding, emphasizing the need to nurture emerging talent.
Indore hosted the launch of former BCCI secretary Sanjay Jagdale’s new book “Rag‑Rag Mein Cricket” on Sunday, with former Indian batting great Sunil Gavaskar among the chief guests. The event, organized by local cricket enthusiasts, featured a brief introduction of the book’s content and a photo session with the author and the former captain.
During his address, Gavaskar highlighted that a cricketer’s duty to the sport extends far beyond the traditional skills of batting and fielding. He argued that true service involves identifying, mentoring and promoting young talent across the country, ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled players for future generations.
Gavaskar’s remarks resonated with the audience, underscoring the broader responsibility of senior figures in Indian cricket to invest in grassroots development. The launch concluded with a signing session, where Jagdale presented copies of his book to attendees, reinforcing the message that nurturing talent is as vital to cricket’s growth as on‑field performance.
During his address, Gavaskar highlighted that a cricketer’s duty to the sport extends far beyond the traditional skills of batting and fielding. He argued that true service involves identifying, mentoring and promoting young talent across the country, ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled players for future generations.
Gavaskar’s remarks resonated with the audience, underscoring the broader responsibility of senior figures in Indian cricket to invest in grassroots development. The launch concluded with a signing session, where Jagdale presented copies of his book to attendees, reinforcing the message that nurturing talent is as vital to cricket’s growth as on‑field performance.