Sudhir Naik

Cricketer

Birthday February 21, 1945

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace India

DEATH DATE Apr 5, 2023 (78)

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About

Opening batsman who led Bombay to an unexpected Ranji Trophy triumph in 1970-71, and was later a renowned groundskeeper who prepared the pitch on which the 2011 World Cup was played.

Before Fame

He began his career as a candidate for opening batsman for India's 1974 tour of England.

Trivia

He has the unusual distinction of being both a cricketer and an organic chemist.

Family Life

His cousin is cricketer A.D. Naik.

Associated With

He coached his own national cricket club, which has produced cricketers like Wasim Jaffer.