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News18
5 days ago
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- News18
Not Dhoni Or Pant! Azharuddin Feels His Ex-Teammate Is 'No. 1 Wicketkeeper In The World'
Last Updated: Dhoni played a total of 538 matches across formats during his 15-year-long international career and completed 829 dismissals as wicketkeeper. Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin on Monday (August 11) reserved big praise for his former India teammate Syed Kirmani and said that the member of India's 1983 ODI World Cup-winning team is the world's best wicketkeeper. Azharuddin, who shared the dressing room with Kirmani for Team India during his early days, also said that Kirmani played a big role in India's 1983 World Cup win. 'He is the number one wicket-keeper in the world. Such a wicket-keeper was never born. It was not easy for him to do wicketkeeping with four spinners. He took many good catches in the World Cup in 1983. Even in the match when Kapil scored 175 runs, he scored a crucial 24 runs. I am very happy to attend this event today. May God give him a long life. People should also read this book and enjoy it, and I hope it is successful," Azharuddin said at the launch of Kirmani's autobiography, 'Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards'. Kirmani played a total of 88 Tests and 49 ODIs for Team India from January 1976 to January 1986 and scored 2759 and 373 runs, respectively. As a wicketkeeper he completed 160 catches in Test cricket and stumped out 38 batters. In ODIs, he completed 36 dismissals (27 catches and nine stumpings). Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
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- New Indian Express
Cricketer Siraj launches 1983 World Cup-winning wicketkeeper Kirmani's autobiography 'Stumped'
HYDERABAD: India pacer Mohammed Siraj on Sunday launched 'Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards', the autobiography of 1983 World Cup-winning wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani. The book was launched in the presence of Kirmani, former India all-rounder Mohinder Amarnath, former India skipper Mohammed Azharuddin, Telangana Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy and other dignitaries. Siraj said Kirmani has been a source of inspiration to the younger generation like him. "Sir, when you won the 1983 World Cup, we were not even born. It has been a motivating and inspiring story of yours. I have heard from many players, your reflexes behind the wickets were extraordinary. Thank you so much for everything for the Indian cricket team," he said. Kirmani praised Siraj for his performances, including in the Test series against England. "You performed really well. My congratulations to you. You have brought glory to the country with your aggressiveness right from the heart it was. I wish you every success," Kirmani said. Azharuddin said Kirmani was jovial and well-liked by teammates. "The book is already released in Bengaluru. It is important that he released it in Hyderabad also. He (Kirmani) will guide many wicket keepers and many cricketers in the future," he said. "I would definitely urge all the young wicketkeepers must go to 'Kiri bhai'. I think he is one the finest wicketkeepers the world has ever produced," Azharuddin told PTI Videos. Vivek Venkatswamy said Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is committed to promoting sports in the state. Though Reddy was supposed to launch the book, he could not attend the event due to pressing engagements.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Move over MS Dhoni! Ex-India captain declares who is World No. 1 wicketkeeper-batter
MS Dhoni (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin has hailed Syed Kirmani as the world's best wicketkeeper, singling out his exceptional skills against spin bowling and his pivotal role in India's 1983 World Cup triumph. Azharuddin made the remarks at the launch of Kirmani's autobiography 'Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards'. "He is the number one wicket-keeper in the world. Such a wicket-keeper was never born. It was not easy for him to do wicketkeeping with four spinners. He took many good catches in the World Cup in 1983. Even in the match when Kapil scored 175 runs, he scored crucial 24 runs. I am very happy to attend this event today. May god give him a long life. People should also read this book and enjoy, and I hope it is successful," Azharuddin said. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! In the 1983 World Cup, Kirmani claimed 12 catches and effected two stumpings, second only to West Indies' Jeff Dujon, who registered 15 catches and one stumping. Across his career, Kirmani's 234 dismissals place him fourth among Indian wicketkeepers, behind MS Dhoni (829), Nayan Mongia (261), and Rishabh Pant (244). On the global list, South Africa's Mark Boucher leads with 998 dismissals, followed by Australia's Adam Gilchrist with 905. Kirmani represented India from 1976 to 1986, scoring 3,132 runs in 137 matches across formats, including two centuries and 12 half-centuries. Poll Who do you think is the best wicketkeeper in the world? Syed Kirmani MS Dhoni Mark Boucher Adam Gilchrist At the same event, Azharuddin also lauded fellow Hyderabad cricketer Mohammad Siraj for his recent exploits in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England. "I also got a chance to meet Siraj. He bowled very well. I would like to congratulate him as well. I hope he continues to grow and perform well," Azharuddin said. Siraj finished as the leading wicket-taker in the five-match Test series, with 23 wickets, and bowled the most overs (185.3) among all players. This came after he featured in every match of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, a five-Test series. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'Sir, we weren't even born': Mohammed Siraj hails 1983 World Cup hero, says ‘your story inspires us'
Mohammed Siraj NEW DELHI: India pacer and Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy hero Mohammed Siraj on Sunday paid heartfelt tribute to 1983 World Cup-winning wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani , calling him a source of inspiration for younger generations, during the Hyderabad launch of Kirmani's autobiography 'Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards'. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The event marked the book's release in Hyderabad after its Bengaluru debut. Addressing Kirmani, Siraj said: "Sir, when you won the 1983 World Cup, we were not even born. It has been a motivating and inspiring story of yours. I have heard from many players, your reflexes behind the wickets were extraordinary. Thank you so much for everything for the Indian cricket team .' Poll Should young cricketers look up to legends like Kirmani for guidance? Absolutely, they are great mentors Maybe, it depends on the individual Not really, they should find their own path Kirmani, in turn, lauded Siraj's recent performances, particularly in the Test series against England. 'You performed really well. My congratulations to you. You have brought glory to the country with your exuberance… that aggressiveness right from the heart it was. I wish you every success,' he said. IND vs ENG: Mohammed Siraj reflects on memorable win at The Oval Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin described Kirmani as a jovial figure who was well-liked in the dressing room, adding, 'It is important that he released it in Hyderabad also. He will guide many wicketkeepers and cricketers in the future. I would definitely urge all the young wicketkeepers to go to 'Kiri bhai'. I think he is one of the finest wicketkeepers the world has ever produced.' The book offers readers an inside look into Kirmani's illustrious cricketing career and life beyond the pitch. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Mohammed Siraj launches 1983 World Cup-winning wicketkeeper Kirmani's autobiography 'Stumped'
Hyderabad: India pacer Mohammed Siraj on Sunday launched 'Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond The Twenty-Two Yards', the autobiography of 1983 World Cup-winning wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani . The book was launched in the presence of Kirmani, former India all-rounder Mohinder Amarnath , former India skipper Mohammed Azharuddin, Telangana Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy and other dignitaries. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Siraj said Kirmani has been a source of inspiration to the younger generation like him. "Sir, when you won the 1983 World Cup , we were not even born. It has been a motivating and inspiring story of yours. I have heard from many players, your reflexes behind the wickets were extraordinary. Thank you so much for everything for the Indian cricket team ," he said. Kirmani praised Siraj for his performances, including in the Test series against England. Live Events "You performed really well. My congratulations to you. You have brought glory to the country with your aggressiveness right from the heart it was. I wish you every success," Kirmani said. Azharuddin said Kirmani was jovial and well-liked by teammates. "The book is already released in Bengaluru. It is important that he released it in Hyderabad also. He (Kirmani) will guide many wicket keepers and many cricketers in the future," he said. "I would definitely urge all the young wicketkeepers must go to 'Kiri bhai'. I think he is one the finest wicketkeepers the world has ever produced," Azharuddin told PTI Videos. Vivek Venkatswamy said Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy is committed to promoting sports in the state. Though Reddy was supposed to launch the book, he could not attend the event due to pressing engagements.
