A bad news has come out for the Indian team currently playing the World Cup, former Indian cricket legend Bishn Singh Bedi has said goodbye to this world at the age of 77. Bedi, who was an integral part of the iconic quartet of spin bowlers of the 1970s that included Prasanna, Chandrasekhar and Venkataraghavan. Bishan Singh Bedi, born on September 25, 1946 in Amritsar, was a left-arm spinner who stood out for the Indian team on the cricket field in the 70-80s. He represented India in Test cricket from 1966 to 1979 and played a total of 67 matches in this format. His contribution to the national team went far beyond his impressive 266 Test wickets. Bedi finished her first-class cricket career with an astonishing tally of 1560 wickets, a testament to her unwavering commitment to the game.
Was the main face of Indian spin bowling
Bishan Singh Bedi was not just a cricketer but an epitome of decency and dignity on and off the field. He captained the Indian cricket team in 22 test matches, displaying his leadership qualities. His artistry with the ball earned him considerable recognition, but his influence transcended the boundaries of the cricket pitch. During the 1960s and 1970s, Bedi posed a strong challenge to batsmen in India and on foreign soil. Bedi was renowned for his ability to stun even the most skilled batsmen. He fearlessly clashed with some of the greatest names in the history of the game, both on Indian soil and abroad. His flying leg-breaks and deceptive moves often troubled opposing teams and batsmen.
An important role in Indian cricket
From her early days representing Punjab to her stint with the Delhi Ranji team, Bedi’s journey was an inspiration for aspiring cricketers. In 1968 he made his debut for Delhi. In a cricket career spanning almost 12 years, he faced the West Indies in his first Test match between December 31, 1966 and January 5, 1967 in Kolkata (then Calcutta). His performance was excellent, he took two wickets. Single innings.