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The World Cup Winner Who Was Ready to Wash Dishes in America Now Sits on a ₹83 Crore Empire

A World Cup winner who once prepared to wash dishes in the U.S. now heads a business empire valued at ₹83 crore.

Sports desk
NRI HeraldJune 19, 2026
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The World Cup Winner Who Was Ready to Wash Dishes in America Now Sits on a ₹83 Crore Empire

A former World Cup champion, who was once ready to take on menial jobs in the United States, now presides over a business empire worth ₹83 crore. The athlete's journey from potential dishwasher to corporate leader highlights a dramatic shift in fortune.

After winning the World Cup, the player faced financial struggles and considered working as a dishwasher in America to make ends meet. Instead, the individual leveraged their sports fame and acumen to build a diversified business portfolio.

The ₹83 crore empire spans multiple sectors, including sports management, hospitality, and real estate. The entrepreneur's success story has become an inspiration for aspiring athletes in India.

The former player credits discipline and teamwork learned on the field for the business achievements. The transition from sports to entrepreneurship was marked by careful planning and strategic investments.

Sports desk · June 19, 2026
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