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India, after losing the toss against England in the 29th match of ICC World Cup 2023 in Lucknow, took to the field with black armbands as a tribute to the late legendary Indian spinner Bishan Singh Bedi.

India, after losing the toss against England in the 29th match of ICC World Cup 2023 in Lucknow, took to the field with black armbands as a tribute to the late legendary Indian spinner Bishan Singh Bedi. Bedi, who passed away on October 23, was an iconic figure in Indian cricket. The gesture was a mark of respect and remembrance for his contributions to the sport.

Bedi’s contribution to team India

Bishan Singh Bedi was a part of India’s renowned spin quartet, along with Bhagwath Chandrasekhar, Erapalli Prasanna, and Srinivas Venkataraghavan. He played 67 Tests for India, captaining 22 of them, and took a total of 266 wickets. He was known for his excellence as a left-arm spinner and played a pivotal role in India’s first-ever ODI victory against East Africa in the 1975 World Cup.

Bedi’s career after retirement from cricket

Apart from his on-field contributions, Bedi was an outspoken personality who never shied away from speaking his mind. He also served as a coach, team manager, and occasional commentator, leaving a lasting impact on Indian cricket. The cricketing community paid their respects to this cricketing legend, and the Indian team’s tribute through the black armbands was a heartfelt acknowledgment of his enduring legacy.

IND vs ENG live update

Rohit Sharma is displaying exceptional batting form, in stark contrast to his teammates, in the ongoing match. During the 17th over bowled by Rashid, Rohit played a remarkable shot. Rashid tossed the third ball on middle and off, and Rohit executed a delightful inside-out drive through the cover region. Despite a slight deflection, the ball found its way to the boundary, eluding the fielder at deep extra cover. This exquisite shot took Rohit’s individual score to 41 runs from 51 deliveries. The live score for the IND vs ENG match stands at 60/3 after 16.3 overs.

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