Former Cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad Dies at 71

Former Indian cricketer and coach Anshuman Gaekwad passed away at the age of 71 after battling blood cancer. Gaekwad, who played 40 Tests and 15 ODIs, was remembered for his contributions to Indian cricket, both as a player and a coach. The Indian cricket team wore black armbands in his memory during their first ODI against Sri Lanka. Gaekwad was cremated in Vadodara, with notable figures from the cricketing community and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing their condolences. He was known for his grit and bravery, earning accolades from cricket legends like Sunil Gavaskar. The BCCI and former cricketers had provided financial support for his treatment in his final days.