Colour Blind
Chapter 1:Introduction
Alvin explains why he needed time to write his story, and with meticulous detail recounts the four defining stages of his life; from growing up as an impoverished child, to becoming a cricketer, trying to find meaning to life through cricket, and finally recognizing the need to give back to the community with spiritual guidance and awareness.
Chapter 2: Humble Beginnings
Alvin’s childhood was defined by his status as the grandson of indentured labourers in the sugar plantations of Guyana. He reflects on how even adversities that he faced in his childhood turned out to be blessings later in life.
Chapter 3: Ground Roots
This section traces the series of events that led to Kalli playing for Guyana. The details of the events leading to it, and his passion for the game, and how they helped him rise to the top are discussed at length in this chapter.
Chapter 4: Sudden Rise
From playing for youth cricket teams, Kalli transitioned to playing in the big league. He recounts his encounters with the greats of the day and how his upbringing helped him adapt rather quickly.
Chapter 5: BMT
What is that the masters have that the average don’t? How do great players perform at a high level consistently? How can masters of the game rise to the occasion so readily? This chapter gives you 12 valuable keys that reveal what Alvin did.
Chapter 6: Leaders, my Role-models
Who were the key influencers in Alvin’s life? Who shaped him and what did the leaders and captains of his day teach him? In this insightful chapter on captains, mentors and leaders, discover what traits, skills and attitudes make people follow you.
Chapter 7: Unstoppable
The eventful test match debut hundred was also when a policeman chased a lady, and a coconut was thrown at him. This chapter is a collection of quirky anecdotes and milestone events in Kalli’s impressive cricket career, like winning the first two World Cup Cricket tournaments, and smashing 150kmph deliveries all over the park with ease.
Chapter 8: County Cricket
Learn all about the history of county cricket, the daily rigors and demands required to become a professional sportsperson.
Chapter 9: Rebels in the Rainbow Nation
This chapter delves into Alvin’s stint in South Africa, the friends he made, the relationships he forged, and the lives he and his fellow rebel tour mates changed. It addresses why he went and if he has any regrets. It encourages the reader to decide if a life-ban was necessary.
Chapter 10: Indians Rise
The Indian team emerges victorious in the Third World Cup, against the unfathomable odds they are presented with. In this chapter Alvin talks about how the sleeping giant was awoken and the possible reasons for the success of some teams, while some teams that appear unstoppable disappear into oblivion. Read about the magic that can happen when politicians and athletes work together.
Chapter 11: Overcoming Obstacles and Adversity
Heavy and significant issues of cheating, questionable runout tactics, umpires without accountability, getting dropped and dealing with injuries are discussed in this section.
Chapter 12: From Maestro to Mentor
Who survives a hijacking in Soweto? Why was Alvin’s life spared after a hijacking? What did this do to him and how did this life-changing event change his thinking?
Chapter 13: Stay Focused
A helmet that finally fits: When your life is spared, you may ask why? Alvin shares his very personal spiritual journey and reflects on how he believes that his life and yours has a plan and a purpose.