Archive · 31 May 2025
Former Mumbai Cricketer Abdul Ismail Passes Away at 79
Abdul Ismail, a famous cricket player from Mumbai known for his swing bowling, has passed away at 79.
He played for Mumbai's team in the 60s and 70s, during a time when they won many championships.
Although he didn't play for the Indian national team, his son played for India.
Many people remember him as a great bowler who helped the Mumbai team.
Ismail's story includes overcoming challenges, as he had no money to play as a child.
Sadly, he has passed away shortly after two other cricket stars from Mumbai.
Former Mumbai pacer Abdul Ismail, known for his swing bowling, has passed away at age 79 due to cardiac arrest.
Ismail was part of Mumbai's 'golden generation' of cricketers, winning the Ranji Trophy 15 consecutive seasons.
He took 244 wickets in 75 first-class games with an average of 18.04.
Ismail's son, Asif, played Davis Cup for India.
Ismail was praised by contemporaries as one of the best swing bowlers.
- Who
- Abdul Ismail, former Mumbai cricketer
- What
- Passed away due to cardiac arrest.
- When
- Friday, at the age of 79.
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- He had a cardiac arrest.
- Age at Death
- 79
- Cause of Death
- Cardiac arrest
- Hometown
- Mumbai, India
- First-class Wickets
- 244
- First-class Games Played
- 75
- First-class Bowling Average
- 18.04