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Former India left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away in London on Monday at the age of 77. He is survived by his wife Kalindi, son Nayan, and daughter Visakha. The news was confirmed by a close family friend.
A late entrant to international cricket, Doshi made his Test debut at the age of 32 in 1979. Throughout a four-year international career, he represented India in 33 Tests and 15 ODIs, taking 114 and 22 wickets respectively. He claimed six five-wicket hauls in Tests, showcasing his mastery of left-arm spin.
Before his India debut, Doshi had already built a strong reputation in domestic cricket. Playing for Bengal and Saurashtra, he appeared in 238 first-class matches between 1968-69 and 1986, amassing 898 wickets. His domestic record includes 43 five-wicket hauls and six 10-wicket match performances.
Cricketing legend Sir Garfield Sobers once praised Doshi’s deep understanding of spin bowling, saying, “Dilip Doshi has an immeasurable knowledge to pass on to those who want to follow his path into professional cricket.”
Tributes poured in from across the cricketing community. Former BCCI secretary Niranjan Shah described Doshi as “one of the legendary cricketers” and “one of the finest human beings I have ever known.” Jaydev Shah, President of the Saurashtra Cricket Association, mourned his passing as a deeply personal loss, calling Doshi a mentor and father figure.
Doshi’s contribution to Indian cricket, especially as a torchbearer of classical spin in a fast-evolving era, ensures his legacy will endure.
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