Ramakant Desai: An Unsung Cricket Hero

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Ramakant Desai was an Indian cricketer who played in the 60s. Not many people know about him as most people talk about the current players and the limelight is taken by players like Virat Kohli, Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar.

On proper research, you will find that he was a great player and should be discussed often.

         

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Ramakant Desai was a right-arm fast bowler known for his aggressive and fierce approach on the field. He was nicknamed “tiny” because his height was short but had a big heart. He played test cricket for India and took 74 wickets.

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Desai made his debut in the Indian cricket team in 1959 against England. He passed away in 1996. He took some remarkable wickets for India in test cricket and was one of the most respected players back then.

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One of the highlights of Desai’s career was the tour against West Indies in 1961-62, where he impressed with his bowling performance. He was known for his ability to unsettle batters with his pace and ruthless aggression.