Thirumalai Ananthanpillai Sekhar, commonly known as T. A. Sekhar, is a former Indian cricketer who represented the Indian national team. A right-arm fast-medium bowler, he was part of the generation of Indian pace bowlers who emerged in the early 1980s and later became known for his work as a coach and a developer of fast bowling talent in India.
| T. A. Sekhar — Key Facts | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Thirumalai Ananthanpillai Sekhar |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Cricketer (right-arm fast-medium bowler) |
| Domestic team | Tamil Nadu |
| Later role | Coach and fast bowling specialist |
Background
Sekhar developed his cricket in Tamil Nadu and played first-class cricket on the domestic circuit in India. He was associated with the Tamil Nadu state side in the Ranji Trophy, where he established himself as a leading fast bowler from the south of the country during a period in which Indian cricket was attempting to build a more durable pace attack.
Playing career
Sekhar's bowling earned him selection to the Indian national side. He represented India in international cricket, although his international appearances were limited. He continued to be a prominent figure in Indian domestic cricket for several seasons.
Coaching and later work
After his playing career, Sekhar moved into coaching, with a particular focus on fast bowling. He has been associated with the MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai, an institution that has trained a number of Indian and international fast bowlers. Through this role he became one of the recognised fast bowling coaches in Indian cricket.
Significance
Sekhar's career is notable both for his contribution as a fast bowler from Tamil Nadu in an era when Indian pace bowling was dominated by players from other regions, and for his subsequent influence as a coach in shaping younger fast bowlers in India.
Related topics
- Tamil Nadu cricket team
- Ranji Trophy
- MRF Pace Foundation
- India national cricket team
- List of India Test cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q7668119