Name Hindi: सुब्रत गुहा / Gender Man
About Subrata Guha
Subrata Guha was an international cricket player, known for his fiery pace and sharp swing. He is remembered as one of the finest fast bowlers India has ever produced.
Career Highlights
Born on 20 July 1946 in West Bengal, India, Guha was a predominant figure in the Indian national team during the late 1960s and early 1970s. His career, although relatively brief for an athlete at his level (he played only eight Test matches), made a lasting impact on the sport of cricket in India.
- Debut Match: Guha officially began his cricketing journey against New Zealand that took place in Mumbai in December 1969. The tenacious cricketer picked up two wickets in this first match but demonstrated impressive control over his bowling action.
- Prominent Performance: Known for making it difficult for even some of the most experienced batsmen to face him, Guha’s most prominent performance came during the series versus Australia held in Melbourne during December 1967 – February 1968 where he claimed six catches for just nine runs.
- Final Appearance: After experiencing issues with injuries and inconsistent performance, Guha subsequently retired from all forms of cricket after playing his last Test match against England in Leeds on June 19th-24th, 1974 where he ended up taking three wickets.
Style and Legacy
A left-arm medium-fast swinger, Guha quickly became renowned for his ability to move the ball in both directions at will. His accuracy and swing garnered him a reputation as a fiercely competitive player on field.
Despite having a relatively short international career, Guha’s impact on Indian cricket is undeniable. His legacy is one of determination, grit and passion for the game. He taught aspiring cricketers that no hurdle is too big to overcome with hard work and perseverance.
Retirement and Later Life
After choosing early retirement from professional cricket, Guha continued contribute towards developing the sport in India. He remained deeply involved in coaching young talent and nurturing the future generation of Indian cricketers until his death on June 21, 2021.
- Coaching: After retiring from professional cricket, Guha turned to coaching college-level teams and later became accredited National Cricket Academy coach.
- Farewell: The respected cricketer was diagnosed with liver problems before he passed away at age 74. The cricket fraternity mourned losing one of its most enduring figures upon news his passing.
