Dnyaneshwar Agashe

Indian businessman and cricketer

Dnyaneshwar Agashe - Indian businessman and cricketer
Born

April 17th, 1942
83 years ago

Died

2009
16 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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A businessman and cricketer from India, contributed significantly to the sport of cricket in the domestic circuit. Played as a wicketkeeper-batsman for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy. In addition to his sports career, involved in various business ventures, including the promotion of educational initiatives in Maharashtra.

Played for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy

Contributed to educational initiatives in Maharashtra

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