Overview
Shaikh Nasiruddin (1916–1991) was an Indian cricketer. He is recorded among the cricketers from India active during the mid-twentieth century.
Key Facts
| Name | Shaikh Nasiruddin |
|---|---|
| Born | 1916 |
| Died | 1991 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
Background
Nasiruddin's playing years fell within a formative period for cricket in India, an era that spanned the late colonial period and the early decades after Indian independence in 1947. Indian first-class cricket during this time was organised primarily around the Ranji Trophy, which had been instituted in 1934, and other domestic tournaments under the aegis of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Significance
As a cricketer of his generation, Nasiruddin belongs to the broader cohort of Indian players who contributed to the development of the domestic game in the decades surrounding independence.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata entry: Q16012669