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Cricket's Architect: Bindra's Enduring Legacy
28 Jan
Summary
- Bindra single-handedly created professional cricket infrastructure in India.
- He transformed Indian cricket into a lucrative and self-sufficient sport.
- His administration brought the 1987 World Cup to India for the first time.
Inderjit Singh Bindra, a towering figure in Indian sports administration, has passed away at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness. His profound impact on cricket is indelible, cementing India's strong position on the world stage.
Bindra is widely credited with single-handedly creating India's professional cricket infrastructure. He collaborated with Jagmohan Dalmiya to transform cricket into a lucrative sport, compelling broadcasters to pay for telecasts and laying the groundwork for the BCCI's significant financial strength.
A visionary administrator, Bindra was also the driving force behind bringing the 1987 Reliance Cup World Cup to India for the first time. This landmark event, managed with meticulous care and backed by substantial sponsorship, eased the BCCI's financial burdens.
Beyond his administrative prowess, Bindra was known for his gentlemanly conduct, treating players with affection and maintaining a calm demeanor even in crises. His legacy endures in the professional sport he helped shape.
