8 Famous Indian Cricketers Who Never Went to College

8 Famous Indian Cricketers Who Never Went to College

By Saurav Pandey | July 13, 2025 

From Kapil Dev and Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill, here are 8 famous Indian cricketers who chose cricket over college.

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The rising star chose to focus entirely on cricket, sacrificing formal higher education to chase his sporting dreams.

Shubman Gill

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Though he completed his 12th grade, Kohli bypassed college to dedicate himself to cricket, becoming one of India’s greatest batsmen.

Virat Kohli

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The “Master Blaster” turned professional at just 16, leaving academics behind to build an unparalleled cricketing legacy.

Sachin Tendulkar

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Despite enrolling in a B.Com program, Dhoni never completed his degree as cricket took center stage in his life.

MS Dhoni

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The flamboyant opener, nicknamed “Gabbar,” finished school but didn’t pursue college, opting instead for a career in cricket.

Shikhar Dhawan

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Financial struggles forced him to drop out in 9th grade, but his relentless passion for cricket led him to international success.

Hardik Pandya

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“The Wall” had the opportunity to pursue an MBA but chose cricket, cementing his place as one of India’s most dependable players.

Rahul Dravid

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The 1983 World Cup-winning captain left college early to focus on cricket, becoming one of India’s greatest all-rounders.

Kapil Dev

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