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Board of Control form Cricket in India’s (BCCI) president Jagmohan Dalmiya passed away late on September 20th and it marked an end of an era in Indian cricket. Dalmiya had served as the president of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and it coincided with India’s economic boom and the evolution of Sachin Tendulkar as the face, body and soul of the country. Dalmiya’s acumen and marketing strategies helped India turn into a powerhouse of world cricket. Being at the helm. Dalmiya was an influential figure in many a cricketer’s life. Even the biggest of them all didn’t forget to thank him for his contributions to Indian cricket and they took to Twitter to pay homage to the deceased administrator. It started with Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and members of the younger brigade as well.
Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar showered his praise on Dalmiya while paying his respects
Heartfelt condolences to the family & friends of Jagmohan Dalmiya. Had met him in June. little did I realise that it would be the last (1/3)
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 20, 2015
Will always cherish his encouragement & support over the years. Worked hard for the game of cricket & excelled as an administrator (2/3)
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 20, 2015
Was touched by his efforts to make my penultimate Test at Eden Gardens very special. RIP Jagmohan Dalmiya. (3/3)
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 20, 2015
VVS Laxman too joined in and paid his tributes. Dalmiya was 75 when he passed away
Deeply saddened 2 hear the news of the demise of Dalmiya Ji.My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.May his soul RIP @BCCI
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) September 20, 2015
Dalmiya Ji’s contribution 2 Indian cricket was immense.He was an astute administrator&a visionary.His demise is a huge loss 2 Indian cricket
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) September 20, 2015
The current lot of Indian cricket joined too and so did some of the administrators
Big loss for India cricket. Mr. Dalmiya always showed the way. Rest in Peace sir#RIP
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) September 20, 2015
The greatest sports administrator of India has passed away,an era ends. A personal loss to me & Indian cricket. @BCCI #RIPDalmiyaJi
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) September 20, 2015
Deepest condolences to the Dalmiya Family. Dalmiya Saab’s contribution to the Indian Cricket and @BCCI will always be cherished. #RIP
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) September 20, 2015
My condolences go out to the family and friends of Mr.Jagmohan Dalmiya.A fine administrator he https://t.co/Co5WqGlBti sir.
— Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) September 20, 2015
Very very sad to hear the news of shri Jagmohan Dalmiya sir.big lose to all of us cricketers & @BCCI!!Salute to you for ur services!RIP sir
— Harbhajan Singh (@harbhajan_singh) September 20, 2015
Jagmohan Dalmiya was good for Indian cricket at a crucial time; big role in transforming India into a financially powerful cricket nation.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) September 20, 2015
Saddened by Mr. Dalmiya’s death. Immense contribution to Indian and world cricket. A huge loss. Always a players man! Condolences to family!
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) September 20, 2015
#Rip Dalmiya sir. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) September 20, 2015
Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of Shri Jagmohan Dalmiya #PresidentMukherjee
— President of India (@RashtrapatiBhvn) September 20, 2015
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