DK Gaekwad, India’s longest-living Test cricketer, has passed away at 95. Gaekwad was from Baroda and led his team to victory in the Ranji Trophy in 1957-58 season.
Former Indian cricketer Dattajiro Krishnarao Gaekwad, also known as DK Gaekwad, died at the age of 95. Gaekwad, India’s former oldest Test cricketer and captain, passed away early on Tuesday, February 13.
Gaekwad was from Baroda and led his team to win in the Ranji Trophy during the 1957-58 season. Making an unforgettable debut as captain. Following the passing of Deepak Shodhan in 2016, Gaekwad held the distinction of India’s oldest living cricketer until his death, paving the way for C.D. Gopinath, who is presently the oldest Indian cricketer aliveGaekwad was from Baroda and led his team to victory in the Ranji Trophy in 1957-58 season.
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DK Gaekwad passes away at the age of 95
Gaekwad’s cricket career began in 1952 with his debut for India, which marked the start of a nine-year international career. Gaekwad wore the Indian shirt in 11 Test matches, scoring 350 runs at an average of 18.42, including a memorable half century.
The 95-year-old made a significant influence in Indian cricket, representing Baroda in 110 first-class matches. With an outstanding total of 5,788 runs, including 17 centuries and 23 fifties,t. Gaekwad’s versatility included bowling leg-breaks, which resulted in 25 wickets in first-class cricket.
Gaekwad’s everlasting devotion for the sport continued as he celebrated his 95th birthday on October 27, 2023. Following his retirement, he devoted his knowledge to developing emerging talent within the Baroda Cricket Association. Leaving an indelible influence on future generations of cricketers. Notably, his son Anshuman Gaekwad followed in his footsteps, representing India in 55 matches across formats and receiving the BCCI’s prestigious C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award in June 2018. He was the last remaining cricketer from the Indian team that toured the West Indies in 1953.
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