Ageless Wonders: Sportspersons Who Defied The March Of Time
Over-35 was once considered over-the-hill in sports. But that is largely a myth, as shown by sports figures who redefined the conventional career span
Updated: 19 Jan 2023 9:23 am
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Sunil Gavaskar: India’s greatest opener was the pillar of the team till 37.
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MS Dhoni : At 4, the India and CSK icon continues to play in the IPL
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Rahul Dravid: The batting legend served India well into his late 30s.
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Sachin Tendulkar: The rare athlete who was teen prodigy but played till he was 40.
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Roger Milla: Starred in World Cup football at 38, and then some more at 42.
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Kazuyoshi Miura: The Japanese miracle is 55 and still playing for Yokohama FC.
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Serena Willliams: The tennis ace and mother played till 41.
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Tom Brady: NFL’s Golden Boy is going strong at 45.