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Former India opener Anshuman Gaekwad, known for his courageous batting against top West Indies pacers in the 70s, died at 71 after battling cancer. He played 40 Tests, coached India, and served in key BCCI roles.

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As a batter, Gaekwad scored 1,985 runs in Test cricket, with a highest score of 201 against Pakistan.

Decision comes following emotional appeals for support from former captain Kapil Dev and Sandip Patil