Yashpal Sharma
Yashpal Sharma (1954–2021) was an Indian cricketer who represented the India national cricket team during the late 1970s and 1980s. A right-handed middle-order batsman, he is best remembered as a member of the Indian squad that won the 1983 Cricket World Cup in England under the captaincy of Kapil Dev.
Key facts
| Full name | Yashpal Sharma |
|---|---|
| Born | 1954 |
| Died | 2021 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Batsman |
| Batting style | Right-handed |
| National team | India |
| Notable achievement | Member of India's 1983 Cricket World Cup-winning squad |
Background
Sharma rose through the Indian domestic cricket circuit before earning selection to the national side. He was known for a determined, application-based style of batting that suited the demands of middle-order play in both Test and One Day International cricket.
International career
Sharma played Test matches and One Day Internationals for India. His most prominent contribution came during the 1983 World Cup campaign, where India defeated the West Indies in the final at Lord's to claim their first world title in the limited-overs format. He played useful innings during the tournament that helped India progress through the competition.
After playing
Following his retirement from competitive cricket, Sharma remained associated with the game in India, including roles connected to selection and coaching at various levels.
Death
Yashpal Sharma died in 2021.
Significance
As part of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, Sharma is remembered among a generation of cricketers whose triumph is widely credited with transforming the popularity of cricket in India and laying the groundwork for the sport's later commercial growth in the country.
Related topics
- 1983 Cricket World Cup
- India national cricket team
- Kapil Dev
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- List of India Test cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q3527549