Cheteshwar Pujara’s Wife Reveals Shocking Truth About His Cricket Career

Behind the Scenes: Pujara’s Wife Shares a Heartbreaking Revelation

Cheteshwar Pujara, the stalwart Indian cricketer known for his unwavering dedication and calm demeanor, has always been a quiet force on the field. But his wife, Puja, has shed light on some surprising events that took place behind the scenes during Pujara’s career.

In her book, ‘The Diary of a Cricketer’s Wife,’ Puja reveals a rather unsettling incident that occurred during India’s tour of Australia in 2018-19. Pujara was struggling with form, managing a hamstring injury, and his father was hospitalized back home. Amidst this personal turmoil, Pujara overheard a conversation where someone expressed a desire to drop him from the team due to his fitness concerns.

Puja writes about the incident, describing the discomfort and sadness she felt knowing her husband was going through such a difficult time. Interestingly, Pujara chose to keep this incident to himself, even from his wife. Puja only learned about it much later, during a conversation after the tour.

A Quiet Struggle

Puja’s book offers a glimpse into the inner workings of Pujara’s life as a cricketer. She describes his tendency to keep things to himself, even when facing personal and professional challenges. Pujara’s quiet nature is well-known, but Puja’s revelations highlight the unseen struggles he might have endured.

The book also reveals how Pujara ultimately decided to share the incident with his wife, finally opening up about the pressures and complexities he faced during his cricketing journey.