Sunil Gavaskar 75/75 by Debasish Datta [Hardcover]

"My mother’s nose was bleeding, and I was trembling with fear... She wiped the blood and said, 'Let’s start the game. Bloodshed will always happen on the field. Don’t be afraid.'" In a long and intimate interview, Sunil Gavaskar told Debashis Dutta. Just like Gavaskar’s innings, this book is far-reaching in its impact. The year 1975, and the cricketing journey of Gavaskar, are encapsulated in this single volume. Who all are included in that list? From Sir Garfield Sobers, whom Gavaskar had been lucky enough to catch in his first test innings, to Alan Border, who surpassed Gavaskar’s 10,122 runs record. If Andy Roberts and Michael Holding bowled against him, Ian Bishop was on the same commentary side as Mike. Cricket players and commentators from the Sachin Tendulkar generation are also present. Off the field, Nana Patekar speaks about gazing at Gavaskar in awe. And, of course, his close ones, friends—everyone has written about the man with great love. The writing is not just praise, but critical analysis, sprinkled with numerous stories and memories.

In this wonderful interview, the hero has exposed himself. This book is a mirror reflecting Gavaskar’s history from various perspectives. For Gavaskar’s fans, this is a must-read, but also for any cricket lover, this is an exceptional book, as there will be no more unknown facts about Gavaskar left for you now!