Surinder Khanna is a former Indian cricketer who represented India in international cricket as a wicketkeeper-batsman. He is associated with the early phase of India's limited-overs cricket history and is best remembered for his performances in the inaugural Asia Cup.
| Full name | Surinder Khanna |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Wicketkeeper-batsman |
| Country | India |
| Format | One Day Internationals |
Background
Khanna emerged through the Indian domestic cricket circuit as a wicketkeeper-batsman, a role that combined glove work behind the stumps with contributions at the top of the batting order. He was active during a period when India was still establishing itself in the one-day international format, which had begun to gain prominence globally in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
International career
Khanna represented India in One Day Internationals. His most prominent appearances came in the inaugural Asia Cup, held in Sharjah in 1984, a tournament featuring India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The competition was among the earliest multi-nation limited-overs events held in the United Arab Emirates and contributed to the establishment of Sharjah as a venue for international cricket involving South Asian teams.
Significance
As a wicketkeeper-batsman from his era, Khanna belongs to the group of Indian cricketers who featured in the country's formative one-day international outings. His career is part of the broader narrative of Indian cricket's transition through the 1980s, a decade marked by India's growing engagement with the limited-overs format.
Related topics
- Asia Cup
- India national cricket team
- Wicket-keeper
- Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- One Day International
- History of Indian cricket
References
- Wikidata entity: Q3521143