How a Cornell Scholarship Changed USA Cricket Forever |…
In this clip we reflect on the incredible journey of Saurabh Netravalkar and how it all started—not with a cricket contract, but with an academic scholarship from Cornell University. Indeed, it was Cornell, not a Minor or Major League cricket team, that first brought Netravalkar to the U.S.
That scholarship opened the door for him to build a life in America, eventually become a citizen, and rise to be one of the most important players in USA Cricket. His contributions, including the unforgettable performances against both Pakistan and India in the 2024 T20 World Cup, can all be traced back to that opportunity.
This is more than a cricket story—it’s a story about how education and opportunity can change lives and, in this case, nearly change the course of a World Cup match.
