[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fjous0J2GWQQyje7S-X4tVHzwAmDvVPJptsTDH78Bp44":3,"$fD_SBDKwhL8PbIe7Jkt1jyDJCcNZWh41QZZYtyGpokxU":13},{"author":4,"tags":12},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":10,"slug":11,"image_url":10},142798,"Sunil Gavaskar","S",29,"# Sunil Gavaskar: A Cricketing Legend and Iconic Figure\n\n### Full Name and Common Aliases\nSunil Manohar Gavaskar is widely known by his nickname \"Little Master\" due to his remarkable batting skills.\n\n### Birth and Death Dates\nBorn on July 10, 1949, Sunil Gavaskar is still active in various endeavors related to cricket. There is no record of him passing away.\n\n### Nationality and Profession(s)\nIndian Cricketer, Cricket Commentator, Author\n\nAs a renowned cricketer, commentator, and author, Sunil Gavaskar has made significant contributions to the sport and its global audience.\n\n### Early Life and Background\nGrowing up in Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India, Sunil was exposed to cricket at an early age. His father, Ramakant Gavaskar, was also a cricketer who represented Maharashtra in domestic tournaments. This exposure led to Sunil's natural aptitude for the sport.\n\nSunil began playing cricket seriously from the age of 10 and quickly made a name for himself in school and club-level competitions. He attended St Xavier's College in Mumbai, where he further honed his skills before making his international debut.\n\n### Major Accomplishments\nSunil Gavaskar achieved numerous milestones during his illustrious cricketing career:\n\n*   First Indian to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket (1984)\n*   Second-highest individual score in Test history: 221 against the West Indies (1978)\n*   Led India to victory in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia (1991-92)\n\n### Notable Works or Actions\nSunil Gavaskar has also made a lasting impact through his writing and broadcasting:\n\n*   Published several books, including \"Sweeping the World: My Life and Times\" (2003)\n*   Commentated on numerous cricket matches for Doordarshan and Star Sports\n\n### Impact and Legacy\nSunil Gavaskar's influence extends beyond his own achievements. He has inspired generations of cricketers, from Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli:\n\n*   Helped establish a strong foundation for Indian cricket, paving the way for future success\n*   Continues to be a respected figure in Indian cricket, offering valuable insights through commentary and writing\n\n### Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered\nSunil Gavaskar is widely quoted and remembered due to his remarkable on-field performances, lasting impact on Indian cricket, and continued contributions as an author and commentator.",null,"sunil-gavaskar",[],{"quotes":14,"pagination":98},[15,23,29,35,41,47,53,65,76,87],{"id":16,"quote_text":17,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":20,"source":21,"quote_tag":22,"commentary":10},3454165,"Test centuries is one such records which doesn’t look like being surpassed.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":24,"quote_text":25,"author_id":5,"source_id":18,"has_image":19,"author":26,"source":27,"quote_tag":28,"commentary":10},3454156,"India’s fortune will depend on how many runs the little champion scores. 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