Seniors Defy Age, Play Cricket in Chennai Leagues

In Chennai, the passion for cricket transcends age, with numerous senior cricketers continuing to compete in the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association's lower division leagues well into their late fifties and seventies. Players like 58-year-old G Ravichandran and 71-year-old S Madhavan are actively participating, drawing from a deep love for the game that began decades ago when the city was known as 'Madras'. Many have returned to the sport after retiring from their professional careers or have been drawn back by the involvement of their children.

These seasoned players often remark on the significant evolution of cricket in Chennai. They contrast the past's emphasis on sportsmanship with today's faster, more competitive environment, enhanced by upgraded technologies and increased financial stakes. The availability of modern facilities, such as indoor nets and floodlights, allows for practice beyond traditional daylight hours, a welcome change from their earlier playing days.