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Publisher | Harper Sport |
ISBN 13 | 9789356994195 |
ISBN 10 | 9356994196 |
Author | Venkat Sundaram |
Book Format | Paperback |
Language | English |
Book Description | Starting with the very first Test match that India played in 1932, Indian Cricket chronicles a remarkable journey, highlighting key moments in the countrys cricketing history over the last century or so: from the incredible Test wins in the 1970s and the thrilling World Cup wins of 1983 and 2011 to the emergence of the Indian Premier League, the evolution of womens cricket, the development of world-class ground facilities and the appearance of the superfit Indian cricketer. Alongside, it celebrates some true cricketing legends: from C.K. Nayudu, Vijay Hazare, Vijay Merchant, Nari Contractor, Tiger Pataudi, Ajit Wadekar, Salim Durrani and the Spin Quartet to Sunil Gavaskar, Gundappa Vishwanath, Kapil Dev, Dilip Vengsarkar, Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar, Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli. |
About the Author | Venkat Sundaram is a former first-class cricketer who played in and captained the Delhi and North Zone teams. He has worn many hats: a commentator on television and radio, a manager of the Indian cricket team, a coach, and chairman of the BCCI Grounds and Wickets Committee. |
Publication Date | 28 September 2023 |
Number of Pages | 340 pages |
Indian Cricket: Then and Now