Raghunath Chandorkar (1920–2021) was an Indian first-class cricketer. He was associated with domestic cricket in India during the mid-twentieth century and was among the long-lived figures from the early decades of organised first-class cricket in the country.
Key facts
| Full name | Raghunath Chandorkar |
|---|---|
| Born | 1920 |
| Died | 2021 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Level | First-class cricket (domestic) |
Background
Chandorkar belonged to the generation of Indian cricketers who played in the period surrounding India's independence, when domestic competitions such as the Ranji Trophy formed the principal stage for first-class cricket in the country. The Ranji Trophy, instituted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 1934, was the central tournament through which Indian cricketers of his era developed and established their reputations.
Career
Chandorkar is recorded as an Indian cricketer in biographical databases of Indian sportspersons. Detailed match-by-match statistics and team affiliations are not consolidated in the present source.
Longevity
Having been born in 1920 and died in 2021, Chandorkar lived for approximately a hundred years, placing him among the centenarian figures of Indian cricket history.
Related topics
- Ranji Trophy
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- History of cricket in India
- List of Indian first-class cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q102175910