BCCI mourns the sad demise of Shri Rajinder Goel

Must Read

BCCI
BCCI
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), headquartered in Mumbai, is India's main cricket governing body and the wealthiest globally. The BCCI focuses on talent development, infrastructure, and player welfare to enhance India's international performance.

Photo Credit: BCCI

BCCI mourns the death of Shri Rajinder Goel, a left-arm spinner par excellence, who breathed his last on Sunday. In a career spanning 27 years, he picked up 750 first-class wickets with an average of 18.58. He played first-class cricket till the age of 44 and represented Patiala, Delhi, Southern Punjab and Haryana. The veteran spinner bagged 59 five-wicket hauls and 18 ten-wicket hauls. With 637 Ranji Trophy wickets, Goel despite playing his last game in the 1984-85 season, remains the leading wicket-taker of India’s premier domestic first-class competition.

Mr Sourav Ganguly, President, BCCI: “The Indian cricketing community has lost a giant of domestic cricket today. His staggering record tells you about his craft and the control he had over it. To have a career that lasts more than 25 years and still be able to perform consistently speaks about his dedication and commitment towards the game. To be able to pick 750 wickets needs years and years of hard work and I salute his efforts. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family.”

Mr Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary, BCCI: “Rajinder Goel Ji was a true servant of Indian Cricket. He was a role model for many current and upcoming spinners. His longevity should inspire upcoming cricketers to excel and improve every time they take the field. BCCI honoured him with Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017. I extend my condolences to his family in this hour of grief.”

Mr Arun Singh Dhumal, Honorary Treasurer, BCCI: “Rajinder Goel Ji was a stalwart. He continued to be associated with the game even post his retirement and often turned up to watch young kids play and always extended his guidance. He is the highest wicket-taker in the history of Ranji Trophy. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.”

BCCI

Name of Author: BCCI

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here

become a cricexec insider!

Join for free and get:

  • Get the free cricexec “daily briefing” newsletter:
    A 5x-week convenient summary of top industry news
    Also get invitations to exclusive events
  • Exclusive industry reports
  • Invitations to industry events
  • Early access to industry job postings
  • Many other benefits!

Latest News

PM Modi interacts with prominent West Indies cricketers in Guyana

Photo Credit: Instagram Photo of @narendramodi West Indies cricket legends Clive Lloyd, former World Cup-winning captain, batter Alvin Kallicharran, and...

More Articles Like This

Cricexec Newsletter