Daily Current Affairs on Former India left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away at 77 for RRB(NTPC) Exam Preparation

Persons in News

Current GK (RRB NTPC)

Title

45:30

Video Progress

8 of 24 completed

Notes Progress

5 of 15 completed

MCQs Progress

38 of 100 completed

Subjective Progress

8 of 20 completed

Continue to Next Topic

Indian Economy - Understanding the basics of Indian economic system

Next Topic

Former India left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away at 77

Former Indian cricketer and left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away at the age of 77 in London due to cardiac arrest. Known for his classical spin and remarkable performances in the early 1980s, Doshi's death has left the Indian cricket fraternity in mourning. Tributes poured in from the BCCI and several cricket legends, remembering his contributions on and off the field.

Key Highlights:

  • Dilip Doshi passed away at 77 in London due to cardiac arrest, leaving behind a legacy as one of India’s finest left-arm spinners.
  • He played 33 Test matches and 15 ODIs for India between 1979 and 1983, taking 114 Test wickets, including six five-wicket hauls.
  • One of his most iconic performances came during the 1981 MCG Test, where he bowled with a broken foot and helped India secure a historic win.
  • The BCCI, Sachin Tendulkar, Anil Kumble, Ravi Shastri, and other former players expressed their condolences and praised his gentlemanly character and cricketing intellect.
  • Tendulkar recalled Doshi as a warm-hearted mentor during his early cricketing days in England, while Ravi Shastri called him "a fine bowler and a true gentleman."

ProfileResources

Download Abhipedia Android App

Access to prime resources

Downlod from playstore
download android app download android app for free