The sudden demise of legendary Dilip Doshi cast a shadow of grief over the entire cricket world. The former India cricketer died on June 23 due to cardiac arrest. In his memory, a moment of silence witnessed before beginning the fifth day of the ongoing England vs India first Test match. Players from both sides paid respect for the former left arm spinner. According to reports, the 77 year old former cricketer was admitted to a hospital in London.

BCCI president Roger Binny said in a board statement, "He was a true artist of spin bowling, a gentleman both on and off the field, and a dedicated servant of Indian cricket. His impact on the game was immense, and he inspired a generation of cricketers with his skill and dedication. His contribution to Indian cricket will always be remembered. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity during this difficult time." 

In Leeds, the final Day's play began with a one minute silence.Cricketers of both teams wore black armbands to pay their respects to the former India spinner. Ravi Shastri, former team India coach and now a commentator informed that Doshi was in attendance on the third and fourth days of the World Test Championship final (WTC Final 2025) between Australia and South Africa at the Lord's, where South Africa defeated Australia to end their trophy draught. 

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The adventures Test in MCG, 1981

Doshi recognised as one of the finest spinners of cricket history. His magical hands helped India to earn the infamous victory in MCG in 1981. In this historic match, Doshi took a total of 5 wickets (3 in the first innings and 2 in the second innings). Before the match, Doshi got a strike on the instep in the match against Victoria. The 1981 MCG Test between Australia and India was loaded with controversies.

From the pitch condition to the umpire's decision, India had to overcome multiple hurdles before winning the match. Doug Walters (78) and Rod Marsh (45) created enough threat for India in the first innings, which was eased by Doshi, and kept India in the fight on the green wicket. In the second innings, the home team bundled only 83, and Doshi claimed a brace. 

The cricketing world is deeply saddened by the passing of Dilip Doshi, a former India spinner who quietly left a big mark on the game. He passed away at the age of 77 in London on Monday following a cardiac arrest. A man of few words and much skill, Doshi brought a touch of old-school class to the cricket field, relying on flight, spin, and control rather than pace or aggression. For those who followed Indian cricket in the late '70s and early '80s, his name brings back memories of grit and grace.

Doshi made his debut for India at 31 a time when most players are already looking toward retirement. But he didn’t let age define him. Over four years, he played 33 Tests and 15 ODIs, picking up 114 wickets in the longer format and 22 in limited-overs matches.Whether it was on the dry, spinning tracks of India or the green, seaming wickets of England, Dilip Doshi always stood tall. He didn’t rely on raw speed or flamboyance he used his sharp cricketing mind and calm presence to outsmart even the best batsmen. He wasn’t the loudest name in Indian cricket, but those who truly understood the game knew how much he mattered. In tight Test matches, he could be counted on for a breakthrough. Off the field, he was just as valuable quietly guiding young bowlers, sharing lessons from years of experience, and staying deeply connected to the sport he loved.

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A Quiet Legend Who Let the Ball Do the Talking

Dilip Doshi’s journey wasn’t about chasing fame it was about doing what he loved, with heart and purpose. He waited years for his chance to play for India, and when it came, he gave it everything. His story is a powerful reminder that not every hero starts early some arrive later and leave just as big an impact, if not more.

Even after his playing days were over, Doshi carried himself with the same quiet dignity that marked his bowling. He built a meaningful life off the field, remained close to cricket through his business and insights, and never stopped being a student and teacher of the game. His legacy will live on not just in statistics, but in the calm strength and deep sincerity he brought to every match, every conversation, and every moment on the field.

Dilip Doshi – Career Statistics

On Monday (June 23), the 77-year-old former Indian cricketer Dilip Doshi sadly passed away due to cardiac arrest. According to the Cricbuzz report, his close family friend said that the former Indian left-arm spinner died in London. 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA), SCA President Jaydev Shah, former SCA President Niranjan Shah, and many former Indian cricketers have mourned the death of one of the finest Indian spinners. 

The BCCI mourns the sad demise of former India spinner, Dilip Doshi, who has unfortunately passed away in London.

May his soul rest in peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/odvkxV2s9a

— BCCI (@BCCI) June 23, 2025

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Who was Dilip Doshi?

Dilip Doshi was born on December 22, 1947, in Rajkot. He mainly served for Bengal in his domestic cricket career. He was a slow left-arm orthodox bowler. 

(First-class cricket)

Dilip Doshi's first-class cricket career spanned the seasons from 1968-69 to 1986. In his first-class career, he recorded 898 wickets in 238 matches. He recorded 43 five-wicket hauls and six ten-wicket hauls in his first-class career (best bowling figures in an innings were 7/29).

(List A)

Dilip Doshi played the List A cricket format between the 1973-74 season and the 1982-83 season. He took 75 wickets in 59 matches in this format, including three four-fers and a fifer with the best bowling figures of 5/24. 

(Test Cricket)

Dilip Doshi made his Test debut at the age of 31 years and 263 days during the 1979 Chennai Test against Australia. On his Test debut innings, his bowling figures were 43-10-103-6, as he secured the second-best bowling figures in an innings by an Indian Test debutant at that time. His bowling figures in that Test match were 85-25-167-8, and he became the first Indian Test debutant to pick up eight wickets in a match.  

In his Test career, Dilip Doshi recorded 114 wickets in 33 matches, including six fifers (best bowling figures in an innings: 6/102; best bowling figures in a match: 8/103). After Australian leg-spinner Clarrie Grimmett, Doshi became the second bowler to record at least 100 Test wickets after making his Test debut crossing the age of 30. 

(ODI cricket)

Dilip Doshi made his ODI debut on December 6, 1980, when India faced Australia at Melbourne. His bowling figures on his ODI debut were 10-1-32-3, which are still the second-best bowling figures by an Indian spinner on ODI debut.

Dilip Doshi took 22 wickets in 15 ODIs, including two four-wicket hauls with the best bowling figures of 4/30. He was the first Indian spinner and second Indian bowler to record a four-wicket haul in ODI cricket history. Before Kapil Dev recorded India's first ODI five-wicket haul in the 1983 World Cup against Australia, Doshi held the record for India's best ODI bowling figures with 10-0-30-4 against New Zealand in 1980 Brisbane. His last ODI was against Pakistan in Multan on December 17, 1982. 

(Last Test)

Dilip Doshi played his last Test against Pakistan during the 1983 Bangalore Test.