Mahesh Saheba (1932–2006) was an Indian first-class cricketer. He is recorded among the cohort of Indian domestic cricketers of the mid-twentieth century.
Key facts
| Full name | Mahesh Saheba |
|---|---|
| Born | 1932 |
| Died | 2006 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Level | First-class |
Background
Saheba played during a period when Indian domestic cricket was organised primarily around the Ranji Trophy, the country's premier first-class competition, administered by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The era saw the consolidation of zonal and state-based cricket teams across India, providing a structured pathway for first-class players.
Significance
As a participant in Indian first-class cricket, Saheba contributed to the domestic game during a formative phase of post-Independence Indian sport. Players of his generation laid the groundwork for the expansion of competitive cricket at state and national level.
Related topics
- Ranji Trophy
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- List of Indian first-class cricketers
- History of cricket in India