What does it take to turn a cricket dream into a global business?

In this episode, I sit down with Chetan Suryawanshi, a former Singapore national cricket team captain who transformed his passion for the game into Crick Kingdom, an international cricket academy. How did he make the leap from leading on the field to leading a team of coaches across multiple countries? We explore Chetan's personal journey, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and how he’s helping the next generation of cricketers chase their dreams. Join me as we dive into his inspiring story of resilience and innovation.

IN THIS EPISODE

(00:00) From Cricket to Entrepreneurship: A Bold Career Leap

(03:30) What Happens When Your Childhood Dream Becomes Reality?

(06:00) The Surprising Challenge Chetan Faced in Building Crick Kingdom

(08:30) Inside the World of National Team Leadership: A Tougher Job Than You Think

(11:00) Meeting Rohit Sharma: The Moment That Changed Everything

(14:00) The Risk and Reward of Chasing a Cricket Dream in Singapore

(17:00) Breaking Records: The Fastest Century and a Hat Trick in One Game

(19:30) The Secret Behind Chetan’s 4 AM Routine for Success

(22:30) Facing the Toughest Bowlers: A Cricketer’s Greatest Challenge

(25:00) The Crazy Story Behind Batting Without a Helmet Against a Fast Bowler

Our Guest: Chetan Suryawanshi 

Chetan Suryawanshi is an Indian-born Singaporean cricketer who was a captain for the Singapore national cricket team. Singapore is his adoptive country and he has been playing for it since 2004. Born in Pune, Maharashtra, India, Suryawanshi has been playing cricket since a very young age.

Connect with him at https://sg.linkedin.com/in/chetan-suryawanshi-ab078751 

Your Host: Shalima Motial 

With over 20 years of work experience, I am a passionate and creative entrepreneur who specialises in online talent showcase and marketing. I have a master's degree in English literature, which gives me a strong foundation in communication, storytelling, and content creation. I founded Dream Catchers Vision in 2011, a Singapore-based online platform that discovers and promotes performing artists from around the world.

At Dream Catchers Vision, I lead the strategic vision, business development, and marketing operations of the company. I oversee the design, development, and launch of new features and services that enhance the user experience and engagement of the platform. I also manage the relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and investors, and seek new opportunities for growth and expansion. Some of the skills that I use in my role are marketing communications, online marketing, and new business development. Dream Catchers is also expanded to be a Theatre & Film Production company. 

Connect with Shalima at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalima-motial-44aab331/   

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