Team India's Biggest Fan, Sudhir Gautam, Turns 44: Here Are Top 10 Unknown Facts About Cricket Crazy Fan - In Pics

Sudhir Kumar Chaudhary, famously known as Sudhir Gautam, has been India's most iconic cricket fan, dedicating his life to supporting Team India in every home match since 2007.

Sudhir’s unwavering admiration for Sachin Tendulkar is legendary. He often paints his body with the tricolor and Sachin’s name, and the cricketing legend has personally recognized his passion multiple times.

Determined to follow Team India, Sudhir has cycled thousands of kilometers, including a remarkable journey from Bihar to Mumbai in 2003 to watch Tendulkar play, and even to Bangladesh and Pakistan for international matches.

Such is his love for the game that he once threatened to set himself on fire if denied the opportunity to watch Team India play, showcasing the extent of his commitment to cricket.

After India’s historic 2011 World Cup win, Sudhir was personally invited by Sachin Tendulkar into the dressing room to celebrate with the team and hold the trophy—a dream come true for him.

Sudhir has sacrificed financial stability to follow his passion. He relies on public support and sponsorships from the BCCI for home matches, dedicating his life solely to Indian cricket.

Sudhir has endured multiple attacks, including being beaten by police in Kanpur and harassed by fans in Bangladesh, yet his spirit remains unshaken, proving his undying love for the sport.

With his conch shell and vibrantly painted body, Sudhir is an unmistakable figure at every Indian cricket match, his presence alone adding to the electrifying atmosphere in the stadium.

His extraordinary journey was captured in the documentary Beyond All Boundaries, which showcased his passion for cricket alongside two other inspiring cricket stories.

Sudhir has remained unmarried, reportedly postponing any thoughts of settling down to ensure that nothing interferes with his dream of watching every match played by Team India.