Top 6 Indian cricketers who were once employed with TATA group

The cricket world has come together to tribute to one of the top industrialists and philanthropists in the world, chairman of the TATA Group, Ratan Tata following his passing on Wednesday. A creative and visionary leader, Tata's influence reached way beyond various businesses. Many cricketers were inspired by the growth and leadership of Ratan Tata. 

The entire cricketing fraternity including players, officials and fans has shared their heartfelt messages about his legacy, contributions, and commitment to social causes. His legacy will continue to motivate thousands of people and leave an undeniable mark on both cricket and society as a whole. 

Many well-known Indian cricketers started their career by working for the TATA group and not many are aware of this. It is important to note that Tata did not only focus on the industries that emerged as giants later but also had an interest in Cricket. One major impact was Ratan Tata's noticeable contribution to Team India's historic 1983 World Cup win.

TATA's legacy of supporting and promoting cricket since the time of the founder Jamshedji Tata. This began when the TATA sports club was set up in 1937. Cricketers played for Air India, TATA Motors, Indian Airlines and many more sub-parts of the TATA group.

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Let's take a look at six cricketers who worked for TATA Group: 

6. VVS Laxman

VVS Laxman's association with the Air India cricket team represents a unique chapter in cricket, where the renowned batter showcased his skills in a different setting than the underpressure international domain. Laxman made a name for himself with his elegant strokes and crucial middle-order performances for India and played for Air India during the early years of his career. 

Playing for Air India allowed Laxman to be a part of a strong, competitive environment where he could interact with seasoned cricket and gain valuable expertise in various formats of the game. Air India, known for its strong cricketing culture, provided a platform for young cricketers like Laxman to showcase their talent.