Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi
Cricketer and coach, captain of India
Born
January 5th, 1941
84 years ago
Died
2011
14 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
India
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An accomplished cricketer and coach, this individual served as the captain of the Indian cricket team. A right-handed batsman, he made significant contributions to Indian cricket during the 1960s and early 1970s. His leadership style and tactical acumen elevated the team's performance in match play. Following his playing career, he transitioned to coaching, sharing expertise with both domestic and international players. A significant figure in the sport, he inspired future generations of cricketers.
Captained India to multiple Test victories
Played for Delhi and the English county side Sussex
Achieved recognition for his batting prowess
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