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Indian cricket was left in shock after the passing away of former India spinner Dilip Doshi, who breathed his last on Monday, June 23. Doshi, who is known to represent India in 33 Tests and 15 ODIs between 1979 and 1983, was confirmed dead by a close family friend.
As per ESPNcricinfo, Doshi passed away, aged 77 due to heart issues in London, where he was living for several decades. The former left-arm spinner is survived by a son and a daughter. During his playing days, Doshi took 114 Test wickets in 33 appearances, including six five-wicket hauls. In the 50-over format, he finished with 22 wickets to his name at an economy of 3.96.
Indian cricket fraternity reacts on demise of Dilip Doshi
Doshi, who also played for Bengal and Saurashtra after making his debut in domestic circuit in 1968-69 season, took 898 wickets in 238 First-Class matches. However, as his legacy lives on, the Indian cricketing fraternity mourned his loss. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), took to X and captioned a post, “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.”
Members of fraternity, including former cricketers like Ravi Shastri, Harbhajan Singh, VVS Laxman and others also poured in their condolences. ‘Bhajji’, as he is fondly called, wrote, “RIP Dilip Doshi sir ������ Condolences to family. �� ”, whereas VVS Laxman also extended his condolences, writing, “Really sad to hear about the passing of Dilip Doshi Sir. Always enjoyed talking about the game with him. Heartfelt condolences to Nayan and his entire family. May his soul rest in peace �� ”
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