Indian Cricket Legend CD Gopinath Passes Away Oldest Test Cricketer Dies at 96
Indian cricket mourns death of CD Gopinath oldest Test cricketer and last surviving member of first historic Test win team who passed away peacefully in Chennai at age ninety six
- Indian Cricket legend CD Gopinath passes away at 96
- Oldest Test cricketer and historic team member dies
- Indian Cricket loses last member of first Test win team
Indian cricket has lost one of its oldest and most respected figures with the passing of former Test cricketer CD Gopinath at the age of ninety six. His death marks the end of an era as he was the last surviving member of the Indian team that recorded the country first ever Test victory.
Gopinath breathed his last peacefully in his sleep at his daughter residence in Adyar Chennai according to family members. Born on March one nineteen thirty in Madras he rose through domestic cricket as a consistent performer for the Madras team before earning his place in the national side.
He played a crucial role in India historic Test win against England in the nineteen fifty one fifty two series. In that memorable match Gopinath contributed thirty five runs and also took a key catch off the bowling of Vinoo Mankad who delivered a remarkable performance with twelve wickets to secure victory for India.
Earlier this year with the passing of Dattajirao Gaekwad Gopinath had become the only surviving member of that iconic team making his loss even more significant for Indian cricket history.
Even after retiring from playing Gopinath continued to serve the sport in multiple roles. He captained the Madras team worked as chairman of the national selection committee in the nineteen seventies and later served as manager of the Indian team during the nineteen seventy nine tour of England.
The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association expressed deep condolences over his demise remembering him as a dedicated cricketer and administrator whose contribution will remain an important part of Indian cricket legacy.
His life journey from a domestic cricketer to a key figure in India first Test victory and later an administrator reflects a lasting impact on the game leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations.
