Categories: Obituaries

Renowned cricket coach Vasoo Paranjape passes away

Former India cricketer and coach, Vasoo Paranjape has passed away. He was considered a mentor of stalwarts like Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma to name a few. He also gave Gavaskar the nickname ‘Sunny’.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

Paranjape was born on November 21, 1938, in Gujarat, Paranjape was a former Ranji Trophy player and a coach at the National Cricket Academy. He was the father of former India and Mumbai cricketer Jatin Paranjape.

Find More Obituaries News

Sumit Arora

Recent Posts

Important Days in May 2024, List of National and International

May 2024 is brimming with significance, hosting a myriad of observances, celebrations, and remembrances globally.…

12 mins ago

Which Indian City is Known as “City of Light”?

India's cities are often known not just by their original names but also by unique…

16 hours ago

World Portuguese Language Day 2024 Observed on 5th May

On May 5th, the world unites to celebrate the Portuguese language, a linguistic treasure that…

16 hours ago

China Send Chang’e-6 Probe To Collect Moon’s Far Side Sample

In a groundbreaking endeavor, China has launched the Chang'e-6 probe on an ambitious mission to…

16 hours ago

Frank Shrontz, Former Boeing CEO, Dies at 92

Frank Shrontz, who led Boeing as its Chief Executive Officer for a decade from 1986…

16 hours ago

Lando Norris Storms to Maiden F1 Victory at Electrifying Miami Grand Prix

Lando Norris of McLaren clinched his first-ever Grand Prix victory in a pulsating showdown at…

16 hours ago