Cricket is almost a religion in India, uniting millions of people under a single banner. Then again, cricketers are often, justifiably considered giants. They are almost as divine as gods, worshipped for their on-field heroics. Every move they make in the ground is watched, cheered for, and debated over by the fans, transforming the players into giants. But, besides the cricket field, they all remain as human beings-after all, they too have interests, hobbies, and ions that give them a break from the high-pressure world of international sports. While we see them beat opponents with bat, ball, or as captains of the Indian cricket team, there’s a whole other side of them, not restricted to the stadiums and locker rooms.
These cricketers regard any free time between games as sacred. It is then that they unwind, recharge, and engage in what gives them the necessary mental and physical rejuvenation to ensure they are their best selves out there on the field. For some of them, it is in gaming; for others, music; and for others, pure quietude with nature. Personal hobbies also give fans a peep into their more human side, one rarely seen in the thick of the game.
It is quite interesting to note that even athletes, who relentlessly test and push their bodily and mental limits day in and day out, have a vast array of interests that differ from one another. Be it MS Dhoni as a motorbike enthusiast, Virat Kohli as a fitness freak, or Rohit Sharma as a travel buff, each has his own flavor to spend time off the pitch. These hobbies allow them to explore different factors of life and thus give them a balance, which helps them cope with the immense pressure that comes with being an Indian cricketer.
Among the Betstar exchange community, discussions about player achievements are only rivalled by interest in their personal lives, highlighting the ongoing fascination with the off-field activities of cricket stars.
Let’s dive deeper into the lives of some of India’s most iconic cricketers and unravel the hobbies that keep them grounded, relaxed and composed even when they are playing cricket and representing their nation at the highest level.
1. MS Dhoni: The Gamer, Biker, and Sports Enthusiast
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, popularly known as “Captain Cool,” often proves that cool and composed demeanour off the field as on the field while leading his team. Dhoni has a very serious ion for gaming, particularly for his PlayStation. Wherever Dhoni travels, his PlayStation goes with him, and he commonly spends his free time gaming and unwinding himself from international cricket pressures.
In addition to gaming, Dhoni is also known to love bikes very much. He has an impressive collection of motorcycles in his personal garage, most of which are among the best available in the world. He has also been seen going for long-distance bike rides, another ion that allows him to revert to his roots. Very recently, Dhoni’s love for sports went beyond cricket and bikes—he was seen enjoying tennis and golf. A viral picture with former U.S. His playing golf and taking a break in the USA really tells one of the increasing popularity being experienced in the sport with President Donald Trump.
2. Virat Kohli: The Fitness Freak and Music Lover
Virat Kohli is known for his aggressive batting and superb pressure handling skills along with being a fitness icon. Even during holidays, when Kohli is taking his training off from cricket, he is still spending hours at the gym to maintain his chiselled physique. As demanding his batting is, his workout sessions are equally or more rigorous, and millions have been inspired to lead a healthier lifestyle through fitness.
Apart from his love for fitness, Kohli loves listening to Punjabi tracks often, which he quite frequently likes to parade in the team parties. Fans have witnessed Kohli dancing and grooving with Punjabi track beats. He was specially spotted doing it when he was celebrating a win with his RCB team. His energy on the dance floor is similar to his enthusiasm on the cricket field.
3. Rohit Sharma: The Traveler and Gardener
Rohit Sharma-the man behind the elegant batting and the infectious smile. He has this serenity off the field. Travel is the one thing he loves to do the most. Well, mostly along with his wife Ritika and daughter Samaira, Rohit would travel to many new places. His Instagram feed may be posted with nice picturesque shots from their family vacations.
Besides travelling, he finds peace in gardening. He unwinds and relaxes by taking care of plants far away from the cricketing world. This with nature develops a therapeutic balance to the otherwise very fast-paced career in a cricket player.
