Former Indian Spinner Dilip Doshi Passes Away at 77
Dilip Doshi, the renowned former Indian spinner, has passed away at the age of 77 in London, leaving a significant impact on the cricket world. Known for his impressive first-class career and later as a popular commentator, Doshi's legacy is celebrated by many. His passing has prompted heartfelt tributes from fellow cricketers and organizations, including the BCCI. As the cricket community mourns his loss, memories of his contributions to the sport and his warm personality are fondly remembered.
| Jun 24, 2025, 13:57 IST
Dilip Doshi's Legacy in Cricket
Dilip Doshi, the former Indian spinner, has sadly passed away at the age of 77 in London. Born in 1947, his death has sent shockwaves through the cricket community. After retiring from cricket, Doshi became a well-known Hindi commentator, gaining immense popularity.
Remarkable Cricket Career
Throughout his first-class cricket career, Doshi took an impressive 898 wickets across 238 matches, achieving five wickets in an innings on 43 occasions and ten wickets in a match six times. The Saurashtra Cricket Association expressed their condolences, highlighting the rich legacy of skill, dedication, and excellence he leaves behind. Recently, he was honored by the BCCI at a ceremony and was present at the World Test Championship final held at Lord's earlier this month.
Health Issues and Family
Reports indicate that Doshi's passing was due to heart-related ailments. According to sources, he had been residing in London for several years. He is survived by his wife Kalindi, son Nayan, and daughter Vishakha. Nayan has played county cricket for Surrey in England and has also represented Saurashtra in Maharashtra.
Tributes from the Cricket Community
The cricket world has expressed deep sorrow over Doshi's demise. The BCCI shared a heartfelt message along with a photo of him, stating their condolences for the former spinner's passing in London. They wished for his soul to rest in peace.
The BCCI mourns the sad demise of former India spinner, Dilip Doshi, who has unfortunately passed away in London.
— BCCI (@BCCI) June 23, 2025
May his soul rest in peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/odvkxV2s9a
Personal Tributes from Fellow Cricketers
Numerous cricketers, including Sachin Tendulkar and Anil Kumble, have shared their condolences regarding Doshi's passing. Tendulkar reminisced about their first meeting in the UK in 1990, expressing how much he will miss their cricket discussions.
I met Dilipbhai for the first time in the UK in 1990, and he bowled to me in the nets on that tour. He was really fond of me, and I reciprocated his feelings. A warm-hearted soul like Dilipbhai will be deeply missed. I will miss those cricketing conversations which we invariably… pic.twitter.com/2UPQe7nc2j
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 23, 2025
Heartbreaking to hear about Dilip bhai’s passing. May God give strength to his family and friends to bear this loss. Nayan, thinking of you buddy.🙏🏽
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) June 23, 2025
A legend on the field, a gentleman beyond it.
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 24, 2025
Rest in peace, Dilip Doshi Sir. 🙏