Summary- Even cricket icons like Sachin and Dhoni started from level zero. These cricket films remind us that true sportsmanship lies in the depth of determination. From Iqbal to Jersey each of the films in this list will leave you rejoicing.
These cricket movies remind us of all those childhood memories which many might have forgotten. Cricket is not just a sport in India but it is an emotion for many. And like all the other magnificent emotions that turn into a full script movie, cricket too hit the silver screen. Not just as a subject but as the spirit that represents all those dreams which the young generation follows.
5. Jersey
This is a movie that even before its release won millions of hearts with its album teaser. The story follows a man in his mid 30s who recently got suspended from his work. With no financial escape he depends everything on his wife and stays at home almost rotting. He recalls his days when he was a cricketer and was about to make it big but circumstances took his path in another direction. The turning point of the story comes when his son asks for a cricket jersey but because of his financial situation he is unable to buy it for him. One thing after another led his way back to cricket and eventually showing that he still got the potential in the sport.
4. 83
When Underdogs Became Legends, India was never destined to win till 1983. Kapil Dev‘s team, however, rewrote history. That’s what this movie re-creates, its performance by Ranveer Singh as Kapil, being of lifetime quality. There is electric energy that infects you, and the nostalgia hurts. Why Watch: Because it captures India at the moment that it finally became convinced about the future of Indian cricket.
3. Iqbal
The movie unfolds as Iqbal, a young boy dreams of making it big in Cricket. He belongs to a humble family where his father and mother both are farmers. His father envisioned him to help him in the farm and support his family. However, it is his sister and mother who deeply supports his passion for the game and urges him to carry it forward. His sister helps him to get coached in the local training academy. When Iqbal finally makes it to the national cricket team it is a bittersweet moment for the audience as they saw his humble start. Cricket movies like this acts as a ray of hope that regardless of not having any connections with their talents they can too represent their country in future.
2. Sachin: A Billion Dreams
In cricket, Sachin Tendulkar is a name that most take when it’s being discussed. The former cricketer is praised in the entire world for his humble nature and true sportsmanship. Many even see him as an inspiration for their future endeavour in the field of cricket. In the rest of the cricket movies in this list one thing remains the same and that is an actor playing the role. However, in this film the story is being told by Sachin himself using voice-over. The actual video footage of his house and life are used. The story feels personal and raw because of the narration as well as how each of the scenes connects. While watching a cricketer play fans may cheer them for the game but when stories like this are told they really feel connected with their idols.
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1. MS Dhoni: The Untold Story
Mahendra Singh Dhoni lives in many’s heads rent-free by now. Through this biography his untold story of all the obstacles he faced before joining the cricket team is told. Dhoni is a household name for many in India. People who are cricket fans see him as their role model. The film also shows his journey from local tournament to representing the country eventually. The film did not hold back in anything when it came to the cricketer’s life. The personal relationship, the societal pressure, and eventually showing the tragic loss of his first girlfriend. This biography has left the audience stunned as they got a closer look into the life of their beloved captain.
Final Over: More Than Just Cricket
These cricket movies serve as a reminder that though nothing comes easy but with determination and a goal one can achieve the impossible. The raw nature of these films was that audiences get to see their idols’ life up close shows that even icons start from scratch. So the next time TV’s not showing a live match, go and watch one of these movies. Let them narrate to you that in India, cricket is not played — it’s lived through each and every phase of life.
Written by Kenbi Riba