Impact story
D. Sudhakar
Wheelchair cricketer · Orthotist and prosthetist
Finding purpose and passion on the cricket pitch
Seven years into wheelchair cricket, Sudhakar balances a career in prosthetics with standout performances on the pitch, finding a supportive community and a platform to prove what's possible through DMSA.
Told in Sudhakar’s own words
Chapter 1 · Roots
Growing up
Sudhakar grew up with a mother, a father and four sisters, and spent school years in a hostel for persons with disabilities, alongside many students in similar situations.
In early childhood, after a fever and medical injections, polio began to affect Sudhakar's mobility. Sudhakar went on to earn a B.Com and then a diploma in prosthetics and orthotics, building a career helping others with their mobility.
Chapter 2 · Turning point
Discovering wheelchair cricket
Sudhakar used to play regular cricket with able-bodied players. When DMSA opened a dedicated, accessible space for wheelchair cricket, Sudhakar signed up straight away — turning a casual interest into an organised, competitive journey among peers who shared the same passion.
DMSA gives huge support and encouragement to handicapped persons, bringing them into society so they can prove themselves.
With DMSA
How DMSA stood with Sudhakar
DMSA gave Sudhakar a platform to bring hidden skills into the open and prove them on a competitive stage — and a warm circle of friends where players can share their feelings and find happiness together.
What DMSA provided
- A dedicated platform to prove athletic skills
- A supportive community of friends
- Encouragement and guidance for persons with disabilities
Chapter 3 · On the field
Back-to-back fifties
Nearly seven years in, Sudhakar has deep experience on the pitch, where winning is a challenge in every match.
At the Karnataka Wheelchair Premier League, Sudhakar scored back-to-back fifties — a proud milestone earned through years of practice.
7
Years playing wheelchair cricket
50 · 50
Back-to-back fifties, KWPL
I scored back to back fifties in batting. So that is a matter of great pride for me.
Scorecard
D. Sudhakar- Playing for
- Nearly seven years
- Best moment
- Back-to-back fifties at the KWPL
- Works as
- Orthotist and prosthetist
- Studied
- B.Com, then a diploma in prosthetics and orthotics
- Dream
- To build a home and care for the family
Chapter 4 · Life today
Beyond the boundary
Life off the field
Sudhakar gives holidays and free time to cricket. At the academy, among teammates and friends, feelings are shared openly — camaraderie that adds joy and connection to a busy life.
Work and independence
As a professional orthotist and prosthetist, Sudhakar helps others with their mobility, with a stable livelihood that leaves room to play on holidays and in free time.
Chapter 5 · Road ahead
Hopes and future dreams
Sudhakar's main dream is to build a proper house and take good care of the family — and to keep playing wheelchair cricket, helping the sport grow and inspiring others.
A message to you
DMSA brings persons with disabilities out into society, providing immense support, encouragement, and a platform to prove themselves. Please support DMSA so they can continue helping others.
— D. Sudhakar
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