The BCCI, senior nationwide workforce head coach Gautam Gambhir, former cricketer Harbhajan Singh and Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Anshuman Gaekwad as a radical “gentleman” after he handed away following a chronic battle with most cancers. Gaekwad, who served Indian cricket as a participant, coach and selector, succumbed to blood most cancers on Saturday evening. He donned the Indian jersey in 40 Exams and 15 ODIs. Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning aspect and present BCCI chief Roger Binny, additionally a one-time teammate of Gaekwad, stated the cricketing neighborhood will miss his contribution.
“Aunshuman Gaekwad’s passing is a good loss for Indian cricket. His dedication, resilience, and love for the sport have been unparalleled. He was not only a cricketer however a mentor and a buddy to many. The cricketing neighborhood will miss him dearly, and his contributions will all the time be remembered,” stated Binny in a press release.
“Saddened by information of the demise of Anshuman Gaekwad ji. Could god give power to his household & family members,” wrote Gambhir, who’s presently in Sri Lanka with the Indian workforce for the white-ball collection, on his X account.
Saddened by information of the demise of Anshuman Gaekwad ji. Could god give power to his household & family members. pic.twitter.com/64PT3VLyU4
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) July 31, 2024
Harbhajan nourished shut ties with Gaekwad, having made his worldwide debut in 1998 when the latter was the workforce coach.
“Anshuman Gaekwad’s sir demise is a heartbreaking information. Have fond recollections of creating my Check debut underneath his teaching.
“An intensive gentleman. Indian cricket might be poorer in his absence. Relaxation in Peace. Condolences to household,” stated Harbhajan, who went on to play 103 Exams, 236 ODIs and 28 T20Is for the nation.
Anshuman Gaekwad’s sir demise is a heartbreaking information. Have fond recollections of creating my Check debut underneath his teaching. An intensive gentleman. Indian cricket might be poorer in his absence. Relaxation in Peace. Condolences to household OM Shanti OM
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) July 31, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the demise of Gaekwad and stated he had made immense contribution to Indian cricket.
“Shri Anshuman Gaekwad Ji might be remembered for his contribution to cricket. He was a gifted participant and an excellent coach. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his household and admirers. Om Shanti,” Modi stated by way of his official X account.
Shri Anshuman Gaekwad Ji might be remembered for his contribution to cricket. He was a gifted participant and an excellent coach. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his household and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 31, 2024
In his condolence message by way of a X put up, Dwelling Minister Amit Shah stated Gaekwad “enhanced” Indian cricket together with his abilities.
“Deeply saddened by the demise of Anshuman Gaekwad Ji, a legendary cricketer whose cricketing abilities enhanced the pleasure of Indian cricket.
“My heartfelt condolences are together with his household and followers throughout this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” stated Shah.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah termed it a heartbreaking loss and known as him a “true servant” of Indian cricket.
“The passing of Aunshuman Gaekwad is a profound loss for the cricketing neighborhood. A real servant of Indian cricket, he might be remembered for his braveness, knowledge, and dedication to the game.
“His contribution to the sport has been vital, and he leaves behind an enduring legacy,” stated Shah in a BCCI assertion.
My deepest condolences to the household and mates of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the complete cricket fraternity. Could his soul relaxation in peace
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 31, 2024
The BCCI added that Gaekwad confronted the perfect bowlers on this planet with out flinching one bit.
“Identified for his strong method and agency willpower, he confirmed steely resolve whereas going through a few of the best spells of quick bowling throughout a time when protecting gear was minimal.
“As a batter on the highest stage, Shri Gaekwad is greatest remembered for his courageous 81 at Jamaica in 1976, the place he weathered the storm in opposition to a ferocious bowling assault on a tricky pitch, and his gritty 201 in opposition to Pakistan at Jalandhar in 1983, the place he batted for 671 minutes,” stated BCCI in a press release.
“He additionally had a stellar home file, having featured in over 200 first-class video games during which he scored over 12,000 runs, together with 34 centuries and 47 fifties.” “His strategic acumen and deep understanding of the sport earned him immense respect from gamers and friends alike. By no means hesitant to take up challenges, he donned completely different hats and seized each alternative to serve Indian cricket.” The BCCI had not too long ago disbursed Rs 1 crore for the medical bills of Gaekwad, who was getting handled within the Kings’ School Hospital in London.
Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja too conveyed his ideas about Gaekwad and remembered him as “gallant” individual.
“Deeply saddened by passing of Anshuman Gaekwad. An affable, polished gentleman, he was my late brother’s buddy which made me keen on him!! Fought gallantly in opposition to most cancers and gave it his all – bit like his batting,” stated Raja.
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