Indians love two things the most: cricket and food. When these two collaborate, it’s a hit formula. Many Indian and subcontinental cricketers have opened their own restaurants to serve gourmet food to their fans. Cricketers like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, and others have tried their hands in the restaurant business, and a few ventures have been successful as well.
Indian cricketers who own restaurants
Virat Kohli – One8 Commune
Virat Kohli owns the One8 Commune restaurant chain. Established in Mumbai in 2022, the restaurant, located at Kishore Kumar’s Juhu bungalow, has branches in Pune, Delhi, and Kolkata. It serves vegetarian and global cuisines. Kohli emphasizes “good for the soul” cooking, focusing on healthy, flavorful, and gourmet dishes.
MS Dhoni – Shaka Harry
MS Dhoni retired in 2020 after 15+ years with most successful captains tag in the sport. In December 2022, Dhoni backed Shaka Harry, a vegan restaurant at Bangalore airport. His popularity has attracted many travelers to enjoy plant-based meats there.
Shikhar Dhawan- The Flying Catch (Dubai)
Known for his aggressive batting, Shikhar Dhawan opened ‘The Flying Catch’ sports cafe in Dubai in 2023. Named after his iconic catches, it caters to health-conscious customers with nutritious food. The cafe, popular among Dubai’s Indian community, offers a vibrant sports-watching ambience and top-notch snacks, making it a favorite hangout for sports enthusiasts and foodies alike.
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Ravindra Jadeja (Jaddu’s Food Field)
Ravindra Jadeja, known for his all-round prowess, debuted internationally in February 2009 and has played over 300 games for India across formats. He owns ‘Jaddu’s Food Field’ in Rajkot, popular among cricket fans. After a 2017 raid by Rajkot Municipal Corporation, the restaurant underwent renovations and now operates smoothly. Customers enjoy free desserts when Jadeja performs well, as per his sister Naina Jadeja in a 2018 Sportstar interview.
Sachin Tendulkar (World by Sachin Tendulkar)
Located in Colaba, Mumbai, this restaurant celebrates the cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. The establishment features crockery adorned with Sachin’s signature and serves a selection of his favorite dishes from various cuisines worldwide.
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