Vinod Kambli faces shocking brain stroke risk as worrying health update emerges

Former Team India cricketer Vinod Kambli is battling serious health issues and continues to recover from past medical complications, requiring constant care after a severe urinary infection last year. Doctors have also warned of a high risk of brain stroke due to his ongoing neurological problems.

Earlier, Kambli was seen during the Ramakant Achrekar memorial event in Mumbai around 18 months ago. The former cricketer looked very weak and struggled to maintain his balance, relying heavily on his close friend and Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar for support during the emotional occasion.

I Have Formed A WhatsApp Group With Vinod Kambli’s Friends - Marcus Couto

As reported by Hindustan Times, Vinod Kambli's close friend Marcus Couto confirmed that a dedicated WhatsApp group has been created to collect financial support. Several friends are contributing anonymously through this private group to help Kambli.

“I have formed a WhatsApp group including his friends, and without taking names, they contribute a lot financially. His memory isn’t good, but over the last six months, it hasn’t declined either. He can’t remember much, but when something clicks, he does. Otherwise, it gets difficult for him," Marcus Couto stated.

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Vinod Kambli Has a Clot in His Brain - Marcus Couto

Couto also raised serious concern about the neurological damage caused by Kambli's smoking habit. He stated that while the former cricketer has quit alcohol, he still asks passersby, especially auto drivers, for cigarettes, which is worsening his condition.

“Vinod has a clot in his brain, which cannot be removed because he did not take precautions early. And the doctor has suggested that he could have a brain stroke. Because of his willpower, he is conjuring whatever he can."

"The Doctor is saying that the next stage would be a brain stroke. He has stopped drinking, but sometimes when he goes down, he asks those passing by to help him with a smoke," Couto said.

"He would ask auto drivers for a cigarette, and they would gladly oblige, thinking they’re helping ‘The Vinod Kambli’. But they don’t realise what harm they are causing. The damage is now not to his heart, liver or kidney; it’s his brain. It causes imbalance," he added.

Vinod Kambli Battles Serious Brain Condition While Showing Signs of Recovery

Medical professionals confirmed that Vinod Kambli has a dangerous blood clot in his brain. Doctors earlier said the clot cannot be removed as he did not take timely treatment, putting him at a very high risk of a sudden brain stroke.

Former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev had offered rehabilitation support. Although Kambli accepted Kapil Dev’s offer in December 2024, the plan did not move forward after talks with Marcus Couto failed.

Kambli now spends most of his time at home with his family. His wife Andrea, sometimes takes him to care centres in Thane. He finds it hard to follow TV shows but enjoys spending time with his children.

Despite missing medicines at times due to memory problems, Kambli has shown good physical improvement. His walking has improved, and he recently shot an advertisement. He is also hoping to appear on television later this year.

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