A dashing cricketer of the 1980s, he authored a book, acted in a film, edited a magazine and is known for his world record of hitting six fours in an over. Who is this Indian cricketer?
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Kris Srikkanth
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Kapil Dev
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Ravi Shastri
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Sandeep Patil
Sandeep Patil achieved the world record of hitting six fours in an over (against England's Bob Willis in 1982-83), acted in the film 'Maalamal' (1988), authored a book, and briefly edited a magazine. Kris Srikkanth was also a dashing opener of the 1980s but doesn't match the other accomplishments mentioned.
To answer this question, we need to analyze the given options and identify the Indian cricketer who fits the description provided.
Option A) Kris Srikkanth - Kris Srikkanth is a former Indian cricketer who played in the 1980s. However, there is no mention of him authoring a book, acting in a film, or editing a magazine. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
Option B) Kapil Dev - Kapil Dev is a legendary Indian cricketer who played in the 1980s. Although he is known for his achievements in cricket, such as leading India to win their first-ever Cricket World Cup in 1983, there is no mention of him authoring a book, acting in a film, or editing a magazine. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
Option C) Ravi Shastri - Ravi Shastri is a former Indian cricketer who played in the 1980s. He is known for his commentary and coaching roles. However, there is no mention of him authoring a book, acting in a film, or editing a magazine. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
Option D) Sandeep Patil - Sandeep Patil is a former Indian cricketer who played in the 1980s. He is known for hitting six fours in an over, which is a world record. Additionally, he authored a book, acted in a film, and edited a magazine. Therefore, this option is correct.
The correct answer is Option D) Sandeep Patil. He is the Indian cricketer who fits the description provided.