May 11, 2025 marks a rare and meaningful fusion as it is regarded as “Mother’s Day” and “National Technology Day”. Although technology drives modern cricket through analysis and training technological innovation, the role of mothers in shaping cricketers remains eternal. Their unwavering support, sacrifice and belief have cultivated some of the best players in India.
Through the power of adversity
Cricket became a refuge for Rajeshwari Gayakwad after a personal tragedy. Her father’s loss was devastating, but her mother stood up and made sure she pursued her dreams. Refusing to let serious financial difficulties limit her daughter’s wishes, she ensured that Rajeshwari could use the right coaches and equipment, often sacrificing in her daily life to fund her training. Through her pure resilience, she instilled in Rajeshwari the confidence to fight for her position in the national team. Today, Rajeshwari is one of the country’s leading bowlers.
Silent recognition of dreams
Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s father (Pan Singh) initially worked for his son, mother Devaki Devi, but he remained the backbone of his quiet support. She never put expectations on Dhoni, but cultivated an environment where she could freely explore her passion. Despite uncertainty in the cricket profession, she still provides emotional assurance. Whether it was early morning practice or difficult career decisions, her power of silence made Doni one of India’s most successful captains.
Shield facing loss
When Virat Kohli lost his father as a teenager, it was his mother, Saroj Kohli, who became the backbone of the family. She frees him from distractions and financial worries, helping him stay focused at a critical stage of development. Virat often talks about how his mother’s firm power kept him going. She made sure he had all the resources needed to continue training, despite the ongoing emotional losses caused by the family. Her ability to stay strong in the face of tragedy allows Coley to direct his sorrow into his game, making him a fierce rival of his today.
Unknown architect
Rajni Tendulkar, the mother of legendary Sachin, played a key role in ensuring that her son has everything he needed to succeed. Unlike his father who directly encouraged Sachin’s cricket ambitions, his mother worked tirelessly behind the scenes, making countless sacrifices that kept him focused on the sport. She manages her family carefully and ensures that Sachin has a stable and supportive experience of growing up. Even though he started on cricket trips, she prioritized his nutrition and well-being to make sure he was never missing anything. She still maintained his quiet power as the world celebrated his record, fostering him through victory and challenges.
The power of fighter jets
Yuvraj Singh’s cricket journey is nothing more than legend, but his battle with cancer shows another kind of resilience – a firm support derived from love and his mother, Shabnam Singh.
Yuvraj was diagnosed with rare germ cell carcinoma after the 2011 World Cup championship sport, a ordeal that tested his physical and mental endurance. His mother is his constant pillar in this storm, standing by his side during the arduous treatment. She traveled with him to the United States to make sure he had the emotional power to endure chemotherapy courses.
Their bond is not only a mother-son bond, but also a common courage. Even after Yuvraj’s victory in cancer, Shabnam Singh continued his mission, helping him to set up the Youwecan Foundation, dedicated to supporting cancer patients and raising awareness.
In many ways, her journey symbolizes the power of mother’s love, which endures hardship and transforms personal pain into a source of hope for others. For Yuvrai, his comeback is not just about returning to the venue. It’s about respecting the woman who will never let him fight alone.
Technology is in line with the power of pregnant women
Although mothers shape cricketers through instinct and sacrifice, technology has become an important force in modern cricket. AI-driven coaching, fitness tracking and biomechanical analysis enhances players’ performance in ways that were unimaginable decades ago. From practice classes in the backyard with mother encouragement to high-tech training facilities powered by data, the nature of perseverance remains the same.
On this Mother’s Day and National Technology Day, Indian cricket pays tribute not only to scientific progress but also to the lasting influence of mothers.
