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5 Cricketers Who Went From Stardom To Poverty

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5 Cricketers Who Went From Stardom To Poverty
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2. GRAEME POLLOCK

Graeme Pollock

Former South African cricketer Graeme Pollock was widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers produced by South Africa. With 2256 Test runs in just 23 matches, Adam was also one of the best to have played the game. Graeme was diagnosed with colon cancer and was also hit by Parkinson’s disease.

Graeme Pollock’s brokerage business failed terribly and he suffered a loss which was close to 250,000 dollars. Pollock was also in danger of losing his house and suffered a heart- attack. In 2014, Graeme Pollock’s agent, Basil O’ Hagan requested the BCCI and IPL to help the former cricketer.

“Financially, Graeme is fighting to keep the wolves from his door. It”s really sad to see someone who brought so much joy to cricket, in this position,” said Basil O’ Hagan. 

The world will remember Graeme Pollock for his immense contribution towards the game.

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