Cricketing fraternity mourns sad demise of former India batsman Anshuman Gaekwad

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Published at :August 1, 2024 at 12:36 PM

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Cricketing fraternity mourns sad demise of former India batsman Anshuman Gaekwad

Anshuman Gaekwad played 40 Tests for the Indian cricket team.

Former Indian cricketer and head coach Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 on July 31 at the Bhailal Amin General Hospital in Vadodara. The former batsman and coach died after fighting a long battle with blood cancer.

Earlier, Gaekwad was receiving treatment for his blood cancer at the King’s Hospital in London. The 71-year-old was diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer, known as myelodysplastic syndrome.

The late Indian cricketer was having financial issues with his cancer treatment. After learning about the shortage of funds for treatment his former teammates Ravi Shastri, Sunil Gavaskar, Sandeep Patil, Kapil Dev and others, requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to aid him.

On July 11, the BCCI secretary Jay Shah released Rs 1 crore for Gaekwad’s treatment. After this, the former India head coach was shifted to India, where further treatments continued in Vadodara, where he passed away on July 31, Wednesday.

The late cricketer made his international debut in December 1974. Gaekwad represented the Indian cricket team in 40 tests and he amassed 1985 runs at an average of 30.07. The right-handed batter also notched up two centuries and 10 fifties.

Gaekwad’s career-best knock came against arch-rivals Pakistan, where he scored 201 runs, spending more than 11 hours at the crease.

After announcing his retirement in 1982, Gaekwad stepped into the coaching arena and took charge of the senior men’s cricket team for two years between 1997 and 1999. Gaekwad also had a brief coaching stint with the Kenya men’s cricket team and was also offered a full-time role in 2009 but he rejected the offer due to personal reasons.

Cricket fraternity pays tribute to Anshuman Gaekwad following his demise.

Upon receiving the heartbreaking news of Anshuman Gaekwad’s demise, the cricketing fraternity paid tribute to the former Indian batter and head coach. Here are some of the tweets shared by former cricketers.

Saddened by news of the demise of Anshuman Gaekwad ji. May god give strength to his family & loved ones. pic.twitter.com/64PT3VLyU4
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) July 31, 2024

Anshuman Gaekwad's sir demise is a heartbreaking news. Have fond memories of making my Test debut under his coaching. A thorough gentleman. Indian cricket will be poorer in his absence. Rest in Peace. Condolences to family 🙏OM Shanti OM
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) July 31, 2024

Very saddened to hear that one of the most gritty fighters in Indian cricket, Anshuman Gaekwad, has lost his battle to cancer. He was brave, intelligent and loved our game deeply. His family can be very proud of him.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 31, 2024

Deeply saddened by the passing of Anshuman Gaekwad. A remarkable cricketer and an even greater mentor. His contributions to Indian cricket will always be remembered. Rest in peace, dear friend.
— Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) July 31, 2024

Here are some more tweets regarding Gaekwad’s demise:

Our eyes are filled with tears when we got the sad news of Anshuman Gaekwad's passing away due to cancerHe coached the Men-In-Blue to reach great heightsThe tournament which he was most remembered for was the 1998 Coca-Cola Cup🙏 May he Rest-In-Peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/9ERiVbN63Q
— North Stand Gang – Wankhede (@NorthStandGang) July 31, 2024

Mourning the loss of Anshuman Gaekwad, a key figure in Indian cricket who faced his battle with cancer with the same determination he showed on the field. 🕊️Our prayers are with his family and loved ones. Rest in peace. 🕯️ pic.twitter.com/EF9qIFshxg
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) July 31, 2024

Heartfelt condolences on the passing of former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad. His contributions to the game will always be remembered. 🕯️#PunjabKings pic.twitter.com/fr2xmEka3Y
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) July 31, 2024

Anshuman Gaekwad sir was a thorough gentleman who always gave a helping hand to the youngsters. It’s sad to learn that he has succumbed to cancer after fighting valiantly. Condolences to his bereaved family. Rest in peace, sir. Indian cricket will never forget you 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/Mr38v7Y3qS
— Dodda Ganesh | ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಣೇಶ್ (@doddaganesha) July 31, 2024

Very sad to hear about the passing away of Anshuman Gaekwad, a gutsy senior cricketer, who became a friend later on. Rest in peace, Anshu…Om shanthi 🙏
— WV Raman (@wvraman) July 31, 2024

Fighter forever. RIP Anshuman Gaekwad ji. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/GuRmWGPlyB
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) July 31, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Aunshuman Gaekwad. Heartbreaking for the entire cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace🙏
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 31, 2024

BCCI Grieves the Loss of Aunshuman Gaekwad.https://t.co/OQGCADH8CT
— BCCI (@BCCI) August 1, 2024

Pained by the demise of #AnshumanGaikwad ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/CvXbQ98WGr
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 31, 2024

Indian cricket legend Anshuman Gaikwad has breathed his last. My condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.#RIPAnshumanGaikwad #AnshumanGaikwad pic.twitter.com/xQGQZlpDlE
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) July 31, 2024

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