Apr 22, 2024, 07:20 PM IST

Indian cricketers who never went to college

Chankesh Rao

Sachin Tendulkar was unable to finish his schooling due to reportedly failing his HSC exam. Instead, he began representing his country in cricket at the young age of 16.

Virat Kohli attended Vishal Bharti Public School and Savior Convent School in Delhi up to class 12. 

Shikhar Dhawan, also known as Gabbar, completed his education up to the 12th grade but did not pursue higher education at a college or university.

One of the most talented all-rounders in cricket, Hardik Pandya, was unable to complete his schooling and only made it through Class 9 examinations.

Star batter Shubman Gill made the decision to leave school at the age of 17 after being chosen to join the under-19 team.

Yuvraj Singh has completed his high school education up to Class 10.

MS Dhoni completed his schooling at DAV Jawahar Vidya Mandir School in Ranchi.

Dhoni went to Gossener College to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce degree through the sports quota, however, he did not successfully complete the program.

Captain Cool later enrolled at St. Xavier's College to pursue his B.Com degree, but ultimately decided to discontinue his studies there as well.