Pragyan Ojha
Indian cricketer and IPL champion
A cricketer, primarily a left-arm spinner, represented India in Test and One Day Internationals. Made debut in 2008 and contributed significantly to India's bowling attack. Played for the Deccan Chargers in the Indian Premier League (IPL), winning the championship in 2009. Also represented the Mumbai Indians and the Kolkata Knight Riders, showcasing consistent performances in domestic and T20 formats.
Captured 113 wickets in Test matches
Won IPL championship with Deccan Chargers in 2009
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Paul Breitner
German footballer and World Cup winner
Born
September 5th, 1951 74 years ago
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Scottish poet, author of 'The Farmer's Ingle'
Born
September 5th, 1750 275 years ago
Died
October 16th, 1774 251 years ago — 24 years old
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Actress and model in soap operas
Born
September 5th, 1963 62 years ago
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Footballer; La Liga player
Born
September 5th, 1982 43 years ago
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Wrestler and WWE referee
Born
September 5th, 1972 53 years ago
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Cyclist and Tour de France competitor
Born
September 5th, 1957 68 years ago
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