Vinod Kambli agrees to Kapil Dev's proposal, set to enter rehab for the 15th time due to poor financial situation: 'I have no other choice'

Kambli is in desperate need of support during this difficult time. He bravely acknowledges that his financial situation is in disarray, with his only income being the BCCI's pension of ₹30,000 per month. Recently facing a health scare, Kambli is determined to turn his life around for the sake of his two children. Despite his past struggles and numerous trips to rehab, Kambli is ready to give it another shot in hopes of improving both his physical and financial well-being. Let's rally behind Kambli and provide him with the support and encouragement he needs to overcome these challenges.

"Bad," said Kambli when asked about his current financial condition. "But the manner in which my wife has handled everything, hats off to her. [Sunil] Gavaskar was the first to react (to Kapil Dev's offer). Sure, I have no hesitation (to enter rehab), because until I have my family with me, I'm not afraid of anything, anybody. I will complete it and return. I will come back," Kambli told Vickey Lalwani on his YouTube channel.

Kambli made headlines about two weeks back when his visuals during the unveiling of Ramakant Achrekar's memorial emerged. Kambli looked to be struggling, his actions leading to speculations about his health. As it turns out, Kambli did get into trouble a month ago but is now doing better. In less than 48 hours, the Indian cricket fraternity came together to help Kambli, with Kapil's devils leading the pack.

The 1983 World Cup contingent wasn't the only one who contacted Kambli. His dear friend and former India teammate Ajay Jadeja also visited sometime back and urged him to get well. Kambli is also confident that should a need arise, the BCCI will also come forward to reach out to him. Earlier this year, the board released INR 1 crore for the treatment of Anshuman Gaekwad.

"Jadeja is a very good friend of mine. He came to meet me and said 'Come on, get up'. A lot of people have called me lately. Everyone saw me," Kambli added. "Definitely, they [BCCI] will help. Abey Kuruvilla (former India pacer) is with BCCI, he is in touch with me, and he is also in touch with my wife."

Kambli has no shame in admitting that excessive drinking landed him in trouble in the first place but informed that he hasn't consumed a single drop of alcohol lately. This was also verified by Kambli's friend and former First-Class umpire Marcus Couto.

"No, no. I had stopped drinking and smoking six months ago. Did it for the sake of my kids. I used to do it earlier, but I've left it behind now," said Kambli.