Raman Subba Row
- Born:
- July 1, 1932, Madras, India
- Nationality:
- Indian-British
- Profession(s):
- Cricketer, Cricket Administrator, Author
Early Life and Education
- Born in Madras (now Chennai), India.
- Educated at Bishop Cotton Boys' School, Bangalore.
- Showed early promise as a cricketer.
Career and Major Achievements
- Played first-class cricket for Surrey and Cambridge University.
- Captained Surrey, leading them to County Championship titles in 1957 and 1958.
- Played 13 Test matches for England, scoring two centuries.
- Became a prominent cricket administrator after retirement from playing.
- Served as Chairman of the Test and County Cricket Board (TCCB).
- Was an ICC match referee.
Notable Works
- Authored the book, "Raman Subba Row: An Indian Cricket Story."
- Contributed to various cricket publications and commentary.
Legacy and Impact
Raman Subba Row was a distinguished cricketer, captain, and administrator whose career spanned playing at the highest level and shaping the future of the sport through his administrative roles. This page aims to provide a concise factual account of his contributions. The information presented here is intended as a basic overview, and further research may be conducted to delve into the nuances of Raman Subba Row's biography.
Cricket Statistics
Statistic | Value |
---|---|
First-Class Matches | 274 |
First-Class Runs | 14,781 |
First-Class Average | 34.85 |
Test Matches | 13 |
Test Runs | 629 |
Test Average | 31.45 |