How Sachin Destroyed My Life ...but gave me an All Access Pass to the world of cricket - Vikram Sathaye

For every Indian of our generation the name Sachin is sacred and brings lots of emotion. I pick this book for only one  reason the title which intrigued me.  Being a fan of Brian Lara  I just wanted to know why the author felt  Sachin destroyed his life - it turned out to be a hilarious laugh riot.

In a home series the Indian Curry  probably claims  more victims off the field than the bowlers on the field.

A batsman essentially has to remain focussed for just 25 seconds per delivery, so why do I need to mediate for 15 minutes? - Sehwag.

An exciting read, the book is an excellent compilation of humor, anecdotes and facts. Vikram Sathaye takes you not only to the cricket matches but beyond too. Keeps you completely immersed and  tells us about the unheard facts about Indian cricketers,and their exploits on and off the field.

Statistics are like mini-skirts, they reveal more than what they hide. - Nanjot Singh Sidhu.

The book reveal how Ponting hit the gaps, how Sachin cracked Murali's doosra, what was Dravid's focus zone about, and more. The author covered all aspects of the game including commentators and sledging - surprising to know how Indians sledged. The authors take on 'monkeygate' was refreshing , why don't players take it easy all these things.

The difference between a lawyer and a wicketkeeper is that they spend most of their lives appealing , usually for the wrong reasons.

Under chapter 16 "The DNA of the Indian Fan" the author explains the types of Indian fan - he is spot on , I think most of the Indian cricket fans knew  all these types of people and they  themselves falls under one of these . Just for fun I put my friends and family in these groups - I had  hilarious time.In Chapter 18 "Are Women Responsible For The Sporting State Of Our Country?" - the author takes on the role of women in a hilarious way.

My jersey number is 19 not because of my supersition but because it is the best way to remember my wife's birthday- Rahul Dravid.

Growing up in 80's and 90's I had one permanent poster of Kapil Dev and another one which we used to change every week based on Sportstar magazine's poster. Reminded me the  good old days!

Just few chapters of this book is worth a money and time. Great read !