Impact story · Gangavati, Koppal district
Abraham
All-rounder · Tea stall owner
Finding strength and stardom on the cricket pitch
Balancing a local tea stall with a fierce passion for wheelchair cricket, Abraham found a new sense of identity, community and pride through DMSA — turning everyday struggles into unforgettable sporting moments.
Told in Abraham’s own words
Chapter 1 · Roots
Rooted in hardship
Abraham grew up in a modest family in Gangavati, Koppal district, where money was always tight. Polio affected mobility long before cricket entered the picture, and resilience was learned early.
After completing SSLC, Abraham's focus turned to running a local tea stall to support the family — a demanding routine, far from any sporting dream.
I have grown this much only because of DMSA. They introduced cricket to us.
Chapter 2 · Turning point
Discovering the pitch
Wheelchair cricket arrived through Divyaang Myithri Sports Academy. Before DMSA, sport seemed distant; stepping onto the field for the first time changed everything.
Running the tea stall in the mornings and practising twice a week took real dedication, with friends joining in to help. Tournaments like the Ainapur Siddeshwara Cup opened the door to competitive play.
With DMSA
How DMSA stood with Abraham
DMSA provided the introduction to cricket and the continuous encouragement that transformed daily life — guidance, training and platforms to play competitively. For someone managing a tea stall and daily financial pressure, it offered more than cricket: a community, motivation and a renewed sense of purpose.
What DMSA provided
- An introduction to wheelchair cricket and competitive play
- Continuous encouragement and training
- A supportive sporting community
Chapter 3 · On the field
Glory on the field
At the Ainapur Siddeshwara Cup, Abraham took two crucial wickets in a memorable spell.
Later, after waiting for batting chances, Abraham stepped up in a major tournament and scored twenty-three runs for the first time — a career highlight.
23
Runs in a breakthrough innings
2
Wickets in a memorable spell
Scoring twenty-three runs for the first time gave me the best feeling and immense happiness.
Scorecard
Abraham- From
- Gangavati, Koppal district
- Plays as
- All-rounder
- Practice
- Twice a week, with friends
- Best moment
- 23 runs in a major tournament
- Works
- Runs a local tea stall
Chapter 4 · Life today
Beyond the boundary
Life off the field
Cricket has boosted Abraham's confidence and changed how people respond. Recognition as a cricketer has brought respect in the community, and the family celebrates every achievement.
Work and independence
The tea stall is Abraham's livelihood — open in the mornings before heading out to play twice a week. The discipline of work and the dedication on the pitch feed each other.
Chapter 5 · Road ahead
A lasting legacy
Abraham wants to build a good, lasting name through cricket, earned on merit — to keep improving as an all-rounder, play competitive matches, and inspire others in similar circumstances to take up sport without hesitation.
A message to you
Please keep supporting us this way so we can keep playing and growing. Thank you very much for your help and encouragement.
— Abraham
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