Naoomal Jeoomal Makhija (1904–1980) was an Indian cricketer who played in the early years of India's Test cricket history. He was a right-handed batsman and occasional right-arm leg-break bowler, and was among the small group of cricketers who represented India in its inaugural Test series in the 1930s.
Key facts
| Full name | Naoomal Jeoomal Makhija |
|---|---|
| Born | 1904 |
| Died | 1980 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Batsman |
| Batting | Right-handed |
| Bowling | Right-arm leg break |
| Format | Test cricket, first-class cricket |
Background
Naoomal Jeoomal belonged to the generation of Indian cricketers who developed their game in the era preceding India's entry into Test cricket in 1932. He came up through domestic cricket in colonial India, when the sport was organised largely along the lines of the Bombay tournaments and regional associations.
Career
Naoomal was selected for the Indian side during the formative period of Indian Test cricket, which began with the country's first Test match against England at Lord's in June 1932. As a top-order batsman, he was part of the limited pool of players from whom early Indian touring and home Test sides were drawn.
Beyond his international appearances, he had a long association with first-class cricket in India and continued to be involved with the game in the years following his playing career.
Significance
As one of the cricketers from India's earliest Test-playing years, Naoomal Jeoomal occupies a place in the founding history of Indian international cricket. Players from this period are remembered for establishing India as a recognised Test-playing nation within the framework of the Imperial Cricket Conference.
Related topics
- India national cricket team
- History of cricket in India
- List of India Test cricketers
- India in English cricket season 1932
- Bombay cricket team
References
- Wikidata entity: Q3528418