From Silicon Valley to Cricket Glory: The Journey of Saurabh Netravalkar

Saurabh Netravalkar, a software engineer turned cricketer, led the U.S. to a memorable victory against Pakistan at the 2024 T20 World Cup. Now aiming for the 2028 Olympics, his story is captured in a documentary highlighting his dual life in tech and sports.

From Silicon Valley to Cricket Glory: The Journey of Saurabh Netravalkar
Saurabh Netravalkar

Saurabh Netravalkar's transition from Silicon Valley to cricketing success has captivated many. Despite starting his IT career in the U.S., the former India under-19 cricketer didn't abandon his sporting dreams. His dedication paid off, guiding the U.S. to a historic win against Pakistan during the 2024 T20 World Cup.

A documentary, 'The Long Game: Saurabh Netravalkar, Between Two Worlds,' produced by Pierre 'Pyare' Friquet, chronicles his inspiring journey. The film captures Netravalkar's remarkable experiences in both the tech industry and on the cricket field, including the pivotal 'Super Over' that secured the U.S. victory.

At 34, Netravalkar now has his eyes set on participating in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, with hopes that the U.S. team will qualify as hosts. Balancing his IT career and sports ambitions, he credits his analytical skills from tech as a key advantage on the cricket field.

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