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C. D. Gopinath, India’s Oldest Test Cricketer, Passes Away At 96

Tamil Nadu Cricket Association: Indian cricket lost one of its oldest and most respected figures on Thursday with the passing of C. D. Gopinath at the age of 96. He was the final surviving member of the Indian team that registered the country’s first-ever Test victory, following the death of Datta Gaekwad earlier in 2024.

Born in Chennai, then known as Madras, on March 1, 1930, Gopinath represented a classical era of cricket. The right-handed batter earned recognition through consistent performances in domestic cricket for Madras, which eventually paved the way for his selection to the national side.

According to reports, Gopinath passed away peacefully in his sleep at his daughter’s residence in Adyar, Chennai. Read More...

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