Author: Ashok Namboodiri

“An athlete’s life is not a normal life.” That line from my trainer, Coach Nav, during a morning workout stayed with me all day. It struck me particularly hard while reading three striking headlines from the world of Indian cricket. On March 23, 2025, MS Dhoni kicked off yet another IPL season at the age of 43. Less than a month later, on April 19, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a jaw-dropping IPL debut. Then came May 12, when Virat Kohli, at 36, announced his retirement from Test cricket, choosing to prioritise his body and family. These events didn’t just tell…