P. K. Belliappa (1940–2020) was an Indian first-class cricketer. He belonged to the cohort of domestic cricketers who represented sides in the Indian first-class circuit during the post-independence decades.
Key facts
| Full name | P. K. Belliappa |
|---|---|
| Born | 1940 |
| Died | 2020 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Level | First-class cricket (India) |
Background
The surname Belliappa is most commonly associated with the Kodava community of the Kodagu (Coorg) region in Karnataka, southern India, which has historically produced a notable number of cricketers and military officers relative to its small population. Players from this region have typically appeared in domestic cricket through teams such as Mysore (later renamed Karnataka) and the South Zone in Indian domestic competitions, including the Ranji Trophy and the Duleep Trophy.
Career
Belliappa was active as a cricketer in the Indian domestic system. Detailed match-by-match records from this era of Indian domestic cricket are preserved in archival scorecards maintained by cricket statistical bodies and historical almanacs.
Significance
As part of the broader cohort of Indian first-class cricketers of the mid-twentieth century, Belliappa contributed to the development of the domestic game during a formative period for Indian cricket, when the Ranji Trophy served as the primary structure for competitive cricket in the country and the talent pool from which national selectors drew their squads.
Related topics
- Ranji Trophy
- Karnataka cricket team
- Kodava people
- Kodagu district
- Cricket in India
- List of Indian first-class cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q88977251