Author: Devendra Prabhudesai
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788129114600
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
With cricket running in the veins of millions of Indiansand cricketers being the 'apples¿ of their eyes, SMG isa gift of a lifetime for all cricket fanatics. A book parexcellence, it encapsulates the twists and turns of ateenaged prodigy who evolved into a 'guru¿ of the gamein the new millennium. Sunil Manohar Gavaskar-or SMGas he is known-was the man who taught Indian cricketto believe in itself.
SMG, a Biography of Sunil Manohar Gavaskar
Author: Devendra Prabhudesai
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788129114600
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
With cricket running in the veins of millions of Indiansand cricketers being the 'apples¿ of their eyes, SMG isa gift of a lifetime for all cricket fanatics. A book parexcellence, it encapsulates the twists and turns of ateenaged prodigy who evolved into a 'guru¿ of the gamein the new millennium. Sunil Manohar Gavaskar-or SMGas he is known-was the man who taught Indian cricketto believe in itself.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788129114600
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
With cricket running in the veins of millions of Indiansand cricketers being the 'apples¿ of their eyes, SMG isa gift of a lifetime for all cricket fanatics. A book parexcellence, it encapsulates the twists and turns of ateenaged prodigy who evolved into a 'guru¿ of the gamein the new millennium. Sunil Manohar Gavaskar-or SMGas he is known-was the man who taught Indian cricketto believe in itself.
Twice upon a Time
Author: Nishad Pai Vaidya, Sachin Bajaj
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1638735212
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
The year 1971 is considered an epochal moment in Indian history. A young nation was finding its feet on the world stage and building confidence to face challenges. On the political front, India took a giant leap with its firm stance in its conflict with Pakistan, which eventually led to the creation of Bangladesh. The same rapid strides were replicated on the cricket field when the Indian team achieved the unthinkable. Ajit Wadekar and his men clinched series victories in West Indies and England, thereby showing the world that India was ready for the big stage. A young Sunil Gavaskar exuded the confidence of the youth, willing to break the shackles. The veteran Dilip Sardesai symbolised India’s inherent grit, while the likes of BS Chandrasekhar, Erapalli Prasanna and Bishan Singh Bedi represented brilliance in craft. Eknath Solkar, S Abid Ali and S Venkataraghavan represented stability. All these qualities combined to help India achieve its finest hour in its cricket history until then. Indian cricket has achieved a lot since, but it all started with 1971. As we mark 50 years of those great triumphs, this book brings to you a collection of 71 anecdotes from Indian cricket’s special year - 1971.
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1638735212
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
The year 1971 is considered an epochal moment in Indian history. A young nation was finding its feet on the world stage and building confidence to face challenges. On the political front, India took a giant leap with its firm stance in its conflict with Pakistan, which eventually led to the creation of Bangladesh. The same rapid strides were replicated on the cricket field when the Indian team achieved the unthinkable. Ajit Wadekar and his men clinched series victories in West Indies and England, thereby showing the world that India was ready for the big stage. A young Sunil Gavaskar exuded the confidence of the youth, willing to break the shackles. The veteran Dilip Sardesai symbolised India’s inherent grit, while the likes of BS Chandrasekhar, Erapalli Prasanna and Bishan Singh Bedi represented brilliance in craft. Eknath Solkar, S Abid Ali and S Venkataraghavan represented stability. All these qualities combined to help India achieve its finest hour in its cricket history until then. Indian cricket has achieved a lot since, but it all started with 1971. As we mark 50 years of those great triumphs, this book brings to you a collection of 71 anecdotes from Indian cricket’s special year - 1971.
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Author: Devendra Prabhudesai
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788129145666
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788129145666
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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Straight Drive
Author: Sunil Gavaskar
Publisher: Rupa
ISBN: 9788129117533
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Publisher: Rupa
ISBN: 9788129117533
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Gavaskar, India's Cricket God!
Author: Kishin R. Wadhwaney
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Biography of Sunil Gavaskar, b. 1949, Indian cricket player.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Biography of Sunil Gavaskar, b. 1949, Indian cricket player.
The Nice Guy Who Finished First
Author: Devendra Prabhudesai
Publisher: books catalog
ISBN: 9788129107299
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
The Nice Guy who finished first is a remarkable story of Rahul Dravid’s illustrious career in international cricket that commenced in 1996 and continues to flourish nine years later. IT tells the tale of a young man who has succeeded in his chosen profession through an ardent faith in the three ‘D’s of dedication, discipline and determination. The biography reconstructs the incidents and events that have contributed to making Rahul Dravid one of the greatest cricketers to have played the game, and an epitome of grace, humility and commitment to his team’s cause. It is a tribute to a role model who has refused to rest on his laurels, and remains an intense in his quest for perfection as he was when he started out. Rahul Dravid’s moments of triumph are described, as also his trials and tribulations. The book, narrates the epic battle, one that he eventually won, to break freed of the stereotypes that haunted him in his early yeas at the international level. His efforts to emerge from the intimidating shadows cast by his teammates and contemporaries are illustrated in great detail. The book highlights the physical, mental and of course, technical attributes that have elevated Rahul to legendary status. In this honest endeavour to recount the story of Rahul Dravid, the author is assisted by reminiscences from his mentors, seniors, teammates and even opponents, all of whom witnessed the making of a cricketing legend from close quarters. Then, there are the photographs, some of the best ever, which showcase, quite literally, the genius of one of India’s al-time greats. It is an engaging, absorbing and succinct read.
Publisher: books catalog
ISBN: 9788129107299
Category : Cricket players
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
The Nice Guy who finished first is a remarkable story of Rahul Dravid’s illustrious career in international cricket that commenced in 1996 and continues to flourish nine years later. IT tells the tale of a young man who has succeeded in his chosen profession through an ardent faith in the three ‘D’s of dedication, discipline and determination. The biography reconstructs the incidents and events that have contributed to making Rahul Dravid one of the greatest cricketers to have played the game, and an epitome of grace, humility and commitment to his team’s cause. It is a tribute to a role model who has refused to rest on his laurels, and remains an intense in his quest for perfection as he was when he started out. Rahul Dravid’s moments of triumph are described, as also his trials and tribulations. The book, narrates the epic battle, one that he eventually won, to break freed of the stereotypes that haunted him in his early yeas at the international level. His efforts to emerge from the intimidating shadows cast by his teammates and contemporaries are illustrated in great detail. The book highlights the physical, mental and of course, technical attributes that have elevated Rahul to legendary status. In this honest endeavour to recount the story of Rahul Dravid, the author is assisted by reminiscences from his mentors, seniors, teammates and even opponents, all of whom witnessed the making of a cricketing legend from close quarters. Then, there are the photographs, some of the best ever, which showcase, quite literally, the genius of one of India’s al-time greats. It is an engaging, absorbing and succinct read.