Jehangir Khot (1913–1990) was an Indian cricketer who played in the first-class game during the pre-Independence and early post-Independence era of Indian cricket. He is recorded among the cohort of Indian first-class cricketers of the 1930s and 1940s.
Key facts
| Full name | Jehangir Khot |
|---|---|
| Born | 1913 |
| Died | 1990 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Level | First-class |
Background
Khot belonged to the generation of Indian cricketers whose careers were shaped by the Ranji Trophy, India's national first-class championship that was instituted in 1934. The 1930s and 1940s were a formative period for organised Indian cricket, with regional teams representing Bombay, Maharashtra, Baroda, Sind, Western India and similar associations forming the backbone of the domestic structure.
Career
Khot featured in first-class cricket in India during this period. The era was dominated by leading figures such as Vijay Merchant, Vijay Hazare, Lala Amarnath and Mushtaq Ali, and competitive domestic fixtures included the Ranji Trophy, the Bombay Pentangular and various invitational matches.
Significance
As one of the Indian cricketers of his generation, Khot forms part of the broader record of players who contributed to the consolidation of first-class cricket in India in the decades surrounding Independence in 1947.
Related topics
- Ranji Trophy
- Bombay Pentangular
- History of Cricket in India
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- List of Indian First-class Cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q16012459