Ambar Roy (1945–1997) was an Indian first-class cricketer who represented Bengal in the Ranji Trophy and was associated with Indian domestic cricket during the 1960s and 1970s. A left-handed batsman, he was regarded in his time as one of the dependable top-order players in eastern Indian cricket.
Key facts
| Full name | Ambar Roy |
|---|---|
| Born | 1945 |
| Died | 1997 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Batting style | Left-handed |
| Domestic team | Bengal |
| Competition | Ranji Trophy |
Background
Roy emerged from the Calcutta (now Kolkata) cricket circuit, which during the 1960s and 1970s served as the principal nursery for cricketers from eastern India. The Cricket Association of Bengal, headquartered at Eden Gardens, was the organising body for the state's first-class cricket and oversaw Bengal's participation in the Ranji Trophy, the premier domestic championship in India.
Career
Roy played first-class cricket for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. As a left-handed batsman, he featured for the side during a period when Bengal cricket included a generation of players who progressed through club cricket in Kolkata before representing the state at the national level.
Significance
Roy is remembered as part of the cohort of Bengal cricketers active in the post-independence decades who contributed to the continuity of first-class cricket in eastern India. His career sits within the broader history of the Ranji Trophy and the development of regional cricket in West Bengal.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata entry: Q3527789