Virendra Kambli, younger brother of former India cricketer Vinod Kambli, has given an update on his health condition. Kambli, who represented India in 17 Test matches and 104 ODIs, has been battling a number of illnesses. He was hospitalized to Akruti Hospital in Thane on December 21, 2024, due to cramping and a urinary infection.

According to his younger brother, Kambli has not yet recovered completely from his medical problems. Kambli is currently recuperating from his illnesses at his Bandra home, although he still has trouble speaking clearly.

"He is at home right now. He is getting stable, but his treatment is on. He is having difficulty speaking. It will take him time to recover. But he is a champion, and he will come back. He will start walking and running, hopefully. I have a lot of faith in him. I hope you can see him back on the ground," said Virendra on The Vickey Lalwani Show.

Virendra also issued a public appeal, urging everyone to pray for the better of his older brother.

"He underwent rehab for 10 days. He got an entire body check-up done, including brain scans and a urine test. The results were fine; there weren't too many issues, but since he couldn't walk, he was advised to undergo physiotherapy. He still slurs in his speech, but he is getting better. I just want to tell people who pray for him, so that he gets better. He needs your love and support," he added.

Along with health, Vinod Kambli has also faced severe financial hardships. Andrea Hewitt, Kambli's wife, disclosed earlier in January that she had originally filed for divorce in 2023 but changed her mind after witnessing her husband's "helpless state."