The Indian cricket fraternity on Wednesday mourned the demise of Ramakant Achrekar, the celebrated cricket coach credited for discovering legendary Sachin Tendulkar.
Achrekar, who had been battling old age-related ailments for the past few days, died in Mumbai Wednesday. He was 87.
Batting great VVS Laxman termed Achrekar as someone who gave Indian cricket its "jewel".
"My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of #RamakantAchrekar Sir, who was instrumental in giving a jewel to Indian cricket," Laxman wrote on his Twitter handle.
Expressing its condolences, the BCCI noted Achrekar's contribution to Indian cricket.
"The BCCI expresses its deepest sympathy on the passing of Dronacharya award-winning guru Shri Ramakant Achrekar," the BCCI tweeted.
"Not only did he produce great cricketers, but also trained them to be fine human beings. His contribution to Indian Cricket has been immense."
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