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KBC's tricky question about Sunil Gavaskar (Source: @CricCrazyJihns/x.com, @SrBachchan/x.com)
In India, people’s love for sport is known to everyone, but their love for entertainment shows often goes unnoticed. As Amitabh Bachchan holds a special place in every Indian’s heart, his show, Kaun Banega Crorepati, has been fans’ favorite for a long time.
A recent episode of the show grabbed attention when a cricket-related question worth ₹7.5 lakh was asked. The moment had viewers on the edge of their seats.
KBC welcomes cricket to the hot seat
In Indian homes, evenings often begin with everyone gathered around the TV, whether for a cricket match or a popular show. Among all the shows, Kaun Banega Crorepati has remained fans’ favorite as it never failed to amaze them. The show is all about participants winning money if they give correct answers to some questions. Recently, a special question from the show has grabbed the attention.
In a recent episode, a child participated in the contest, and host Amitabh Bachchan asked a question that was related to cricket worth rupees 7.5 lakhs. The question was ‘In August 2025, which cricketer’s statue was unveiled at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai?’
There were four options, including Sunil Gavaskar, Rohit Sharma, Ravi Shastri, and Sachin Tendulkar. The right answer was Sunil Gavaskar, who was honored by Mumbai cricket for his monumental contributions to both state and international cricket.
MCA honors Gavaskar with life-size statue
The world of cricket has soon legendary batters since the birth of the game of cricket, but among all, former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar stands tall till now. Renowned for his impeccable batting, calm under pressure, and lasting inspiration for young players, Gavaskar remains an enduring icon of Indian cricket.
In August 2025, the Mumbai Cricket Association gave a massive tribute to the former Indian skipper, installing a life-size statue of the icon at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. In countless matches, Gavaskar consistently proved to be the true torchbearer of the Indian cricket team.
Being a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning side, he fulfilled India’s first-ever World Cup dream. Honouring his legacy and contribution to Indian cricket, MCA’s tribute to the legend won hearts.
