Former India Great Salim Durani Passes Away At 88, Cricketers Mourn Loss
The Kabul-born cricketer was renowned for his slow left-arm orthodox and hitting skill as a batter. In 29 Tests, he picked 75 wickets including three five-wicket hauls.
Former India cricketer Salim Durani passed away on Sunday at the age of 88. The Kabul-born cricketer was renowned for his slow left-arm orthodox and hitting skill as a batter. In 29 Tests, he picked 75 wickets including three five-wicket hauls. He was living with his younger brother, Jahangir Durrani, in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
Indian cricket legend Salim Durani dies at 88
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 2, 2023
Easily one of the most colourful cricketers of India - Salim Durani.
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) April 2, 2023
Rest in Peace. ॐ शांति 🙏 pic.twitter.com/d5RUST5G9n
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to his Twitter handle and posted a heartfelt tribute to the former Indian cricketer.
"Salim Durani Ji was a cricketing legend, an institution in himself. He made a key contribution to India’s rise in the world of cricket. On and off the field, he was known for his style. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace", honorable PM wrote.
Earlier, the former India great fell at his home and underwent a proximal femoral nail surgery, as per Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) official.
"Durani underwent a proximal femoral nail surgery by Dr. Nehal Shah on his broken thigh bone on Friday between 4 and 6 pm in Jamnagar. He is conscious and oxygen is being given to him. His nephew Sajid is currently by his side," said Jaypalsinh Jadeja.
#SalimDurani no more. Iconic figure for his wondrous all-round skills and ability to hit 6s ‘on demand’. Would have been a sensation in limited overs cricket. Genial, generous, loveable character, but also strongly individualistic. Lived life to the full and on his own terms. RIP
— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) April 2, 2023
Jaypalsinh runs cricket coaching for youngsters under the name of Pranami Global School Cricket Academy.
Jaypalsinh further said, "On Wednesday evening, Durani had suffered a fall at his home. I and Narendra Raithatha received information about this from an ex-councillor Vinu Dhurv, father of former Ranji cricketer Rakesh Dhurv. We went home the next morning and shifted him to a hospital on Thursday."
The star cricketer also graced Bollywood as he starred opposite renowned actress Praveen Babi in the movie Charitra in 1973. During his playing days, he was famous for his dressing sense and had a stylish personality.
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