Overview
Wazir Ali (1903–1950) was an Indian cricketer who played in the early decades of organised first-class cricket on the subcontinent. He was among the cricketers associated with India's formative period in international cricket during the 1930s.
Key facts
| Name | Wazir Ali |
|---|---|
| Born | 1903 |
| Died | 1950 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
Background
Wazir Ali belonged to the generation of Indian cricketers whose careers spanned the period when the sport was being formalised in India through domestic tournaments and the country's entry into Test cricket. Indian cricket in this era was organised around regional and communal teams, and the Ranji Trophy was instituted in 1934 as the premier domestic first-class competition.
Career
Wazir Ali was active in Indian cricket during the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. He was part of the cohort of players who represented India in the period following the country's elevation to Test status in 1932.
Significance
As a cricketer of the pre-independence era, Wazir Ali is counted among the early Indian players who contributed to the development of the game in India before the formation of the present-day national structures.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata: Q13120916