Legendary Indian cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passes away in Vadodara

Legendary Indian cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passes away in Vadodara

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Category : Obituaries Published on: August 05 2024

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  • Legendary Indian cricketer and former coach, and selector Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 in Vadodara, after losing his long battle with cancer.
  • Anshuman Gaekwad had a notable cricket career, playing 40 Tests and 15 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) for India between 1975 and 1987. 
  • He made his Test debut against the West Indies in 1974 and played his last Test against England in 1984-85. 
  • Known for his slow and defensive batting style, he scored 1985 runs in Tests with a highest score of 201 against Pakistan, and 269 runs in ODIs.
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