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Former India left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi has passed away at 77 in London due to heart issues. He claimed 114 Test wickets and played a pivotal role in India's 1981 Melbourne Test victory. Tributes poured in from BCCI, Ravi Shastri, and Anil Kumble, who remembered him as a gentleman and fine bowler. Doshi, who debuted at 32, also played for Saurashtra, Bengal, and English counties before retiring in the 1980s.

Key Points: Former India spinner Dilip Doshi dies at 77 in London

  • Doshi took 114 Test wickets in 33 matches
  • Played key role in India's 1981 Melbourne Test win
  • Mentored by Garfield Sobers at Nottinghamshire
  • Authored autobiography 'Spin Punch'
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Former India spinner Dilip Doshi passes away at 77

Legendary left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi, who took 114 Test wickets, passes away at 77. Tributes pour in from BCCI, Shastri, and Kumble.

"Always immaculate, a gentleman to the core and a fine, fine bowler. – Ravi Shastri"

New Delhi, June 24

Former India left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away on Monday in London, aged 77.

According to ESPNcricinfo, Doshi passed away due to heart issues in London, where he had lived for several decades. With a classical left-armer's action, Doshi scalped 114 Test wickets in 33 appearances, including six five-wicket hauls.

In a post on X, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) condoled Doshi's demise, stating, "The BCCI mourns the sad demise of former India spinner, Dilip Doshi, who has unfortunately passed away in London. May his soul rest in peace."

He also left his mark in the ODIs and finished with 22 wickets in 15 ODIs while maintaining an economy of 3.96. Doshi represented Saurashtra, Bengal, Warwickshire and Nottinghamshire in first-class cricket and picked up 898 wickets in 238 appearances at 26.58.

Doshi followed in the footsteps of the famous spin quartet of the 1970s and made his debut at the age of 32. At Nottinghamshire, the West Indies legend Garfield Sobers heavily influenced the left-arm spinner. He made a silent exit from international cricket in the 1980s and gave a compelling account of his cricketing days in his autobiography Spin Punch.

Former India cricketer and coach Ravi Shastri wrote on X,"Really sad to hear about the passing of Dilip Doshi. Always immaculate, a gentleman to the core and a fine, fine bowler. Heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."

"Heartbreaking to hear about Dilip bhai's passing. May God give strength to his family and friends to bear this loss. Nayan, thinking of you buddy," former India captain and spinner Anil Kumble wrote on X.

Among his accomplished feats, Doshi played an immaculate role with his five-wicket haul in the Melbourne Test of 1981, which helped India orchestrate a memorable victory.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
A true legend of Indian cricket! His Melbourne Test performance was iconic. Sad that many young fans today don't know much about his contributions. We need to preserve our cricket history better. RIP Dilip sir 🙏
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Priya M.
Made his debut at 32 and still achieved so much! Shows age is just a number when you have talent and determination. His economy rate of 3.96 in ODIs would be gold in today's T20 era. What a bowler!
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Amit S.
Grew up watching him bowl with my dad. That classical left-arm action was poetry in motion! Sad day for Indian cricket. Wonder why he didn't get more recognition post-retirement - his stats are better than many current spinners.
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Sunita P.
His autobiography 'Spin Punch' is such an underrated gem! Full of insights about that golden era of cricket. Young players today should read it to understand real dedication to the craft. Om Shanti 🕊️
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Vikram J.
Played county cricket when it really meant something! 898 first-class wickets is no joke. Today's players focus only on IPL, but Doshi ji showed the value of proper cricket fundamentals. Respect!
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Neha R.
So sad to hear this news. My grandfather used to say Doshi could bowl the same delivery 6 times in an over and still confuse batsmen. That's real spin mastery! Wish BCCI would do more to honor such legends while they're alive.

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