Cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad dies at 71 after long battle with cancer
PTC News Desk: Former Indian cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passed away on Wednesday at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with blood cancer.
Jay Shah of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) went to X to express his condolences on Gaekwad's death. "My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the entire cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace," Shah wrote.
Sourav Ganguly, former India captain, mourned Gaekwad's death and said on X, "RIP Anshu bhai .. terrible terrible news."
The BCCI gave Rs 1 crore, while the 1983 World Cup-winning squad contributed to Gaekwad's treatment. "The board stands by Gaekwad's family in this hour of crisis and will do whatever is essential for his quick recovery. The Indian Cricket Board will continue to monitor Gaekwad's progress and is confident that he will come out of this phase strongly," BCCI previously said.
Gaekwad served as India's coach after being appointed in October 1997. During his tenure, India's legendary spinner, Anil Kumble, took all ten wickets in an innings against Pakistan in 1999.
Gaekwad also represented India in 40 Tests and 15 One-Day Internationals between 1975 and 1987. Gaekwad made his test debut against the West Indies in December 1974. He scored 1,985 runs in Tests, with his top score of 201 against archrival Pakistan. Gaekwad played 205 first-class matches over his 22-year career.
- PTC NEWS
