"Salim Durani Was An Institution": PM's Tribute To Cricket Legend
NDTV
Salim Durani, the stylish India cricketer of the 1960s known for his six-hitting prowess, was 88 and breathed his last in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Salim Durani, who died on Sunday, an institution in himself who contributed immensely to India's rise in the world of cricket. I had the opportunity to interact with the great Salim Durani Ji on various occasions. One such occasion was in January 2004 at a programme in Jamnagar, in which a statue of the great cricketer Vinoo Mankad Ji was inaugurated. Here are some memories from the programme. pic.twitter.com/alESpsVCcx Salim Durani Ji was a cricketing legend, an institution in himself. He made a key contribution to India's rise in the world of cricket. On and off the field, he was known for his style. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace. Salim Durani Ji had a very old and strong association with Gujarat. He played for Saurashtra and Gujarat for a few years. He also made Gujarat his home. I have had the opportunity to interact with him and was deeply impressed by his multifaceted persona. He will surely be missed.
Durani, the stylish India cricketer of the 1960s known for his six-hitting prowess, was 88 and breathed his last in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
Durani, who was born in Kabul, played 29 Tests and was a member of the India side that won the historic five-Test series against England in 1961-62.
