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New Delhi: Late cricketer Bishan Singh Bedi‘s family released an official statement on Tuesday morning after his demise. The former captain of the Indian cricket team died at 77 due to prolonged illness. In the heartfelt statement, his family including actor Angad Bedi, daughter-in-law Neha Dhupia and others remembered his legacy. The family talked about the fearless life that he lived and all the glory that he brought to them and the country.
Bedi, born on September 25, 1946, in Amritsar, Punjab, was celebrated for his left-arm spin bowling. He is remembered as one of the most celebrated bowlers in the history of Indian cricket and as a legendary athlete. The statement further mentioned that he dedicated his entire life to his family, country and his faith in Waheguru. The members of the family also thanked everyone who reached out to them in this hour of grief. The official letter which was shared across social media platforms was undersigned by all his family members. Bedi is survived by Angad, his daughter Neha Bedi and his wife Anju Bedi.
“Isn’t it completely in Dad’s character to bowl us over with the ultimate spin ball, one that even we never saw coming.
While we are in shock and overcome with grief, we find solace in knowing that he lived a rich, fearless and full life that inspired many. We are moved by each and every message of love we have received, publicly and personally. Thank you to everyone for celebrating his grit, humour and giant heart. It is heartwarming to see how many generations Dad inspired through his life. Every day of his life was spent in devotion to his family and faith, and in service to his Waheguru. He epitomised living a life that was Nirbhau-Nirvair and we are comforted in knowing that he is with His Beloved now.
Dad, we were blessed to have you as our fearless leader. We will strive to live by your motto – to observe and absorb.
Keep guiding us from the great beyond.
In love and faith,
Anju Bedi, Angad Bedi, Neha Dhupia Bedi, Neha Bedi
Gautam Malhotra, Mehr Dhupia Bedi
Guriq Dhupia Bedi, Suhavi Bedi Malhotra (sic).”
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May his soul rest in peace!
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