Bishan Singh Bedi passes away: India's legendary spin icon dies at 77

In a tragic loss for Indian cricket on Monday, spin legend Bishan Singh Bedi passed away aged 77 in New Delhi.

Bedi, who was part of the famous Indian spin quartet of the 1970s and is considered one of the country’s greatest cricketers of all time, passed away peacefully at his residence in the national capital, his family confirmed.

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Union Sports Minister and former BCCI president Anurag Thakur also offered his condolences.

“Former captain and a bowler forever remembered by the nation, Bishan Singh Bedi ji is no more. It’s a tragic news and a huge loss for the cricketing world. The cricket fraternity stands united with his family in their loss,” Thakur said in a statement on Monday.

Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of legendary India spinner Bishan Singh Bedi.

His contributions to Indian cricket and his artistry on the field will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the entire cricketing community.

May his… pic.twitter.com/ZrxCAtRLMr

— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) October 23, 2023

The Amritsar native collected 266 wickets with his left-arm orthodox spin in 67 Test appearances in a career spanning 12 years starting with a home series against Garry Sobers’ West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata (then Calcutta).

The BCCI mourns the sad demise of former India Test Captain and legendary spinner, Bishan Singh Bedi.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and fans in these tough times.

May his soul rest in peace