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Former India Cricket Captain Bishan Singh Bedi Dies at 77

Remembered as one of the world's greatest spin bowlers, Bedi captained India in 22 of his 67 Tests, and was part of the 1960s and '70s world-beating spin quartet; he was known for not only his cricketing prowess but also his colourful personality and outspoken nature.

Overview

  • Former Indian cricket captain, Bishan Singh Bedi, popularly known as one of the world's greatest spin bowlers, died at the age of 77 after battling age-related illnesses.
  • He persevered a 12-year career, part of a famous Indian spin quartet in the '60s and '70s alongside Erapalli Prasanna, Bhagwat Chandrasekhar and Srinivas Venkataraghavan, and helmed India as captain in 22 Tests out of the 67 he played.
  • Bedi left a significant impact in English county cricket, representing Northamptonshire and ending his career with 1,560 first-class wickets, the highest by any Indian bowler.
  • Known for his outspoken nature, Bedi often got embroiled in controversies, including protesting against intimidatory bowling by the West Indies in 1976 by declaring India's second innings at 97-5.
  • His unique and exquisite bowling style was admired by cricket legends, such as Sir Garry Sobers, Mike Brearley, and Sir Donald Bradman, the latter stating that Bedi was a study for the connoisseur and was amongst the finest bowlers of his type.