US EditionWhy Are India and England Players Wearing Black Armbands on Day 5 of ENG vs IND 2025 1st Test?
- On June 24, 2025, before the start of Day 5 of the first Test at Headingley, both Indian and English cricketers honored the late former spinner Dilip Doshi by wearing black bands and observing a moment of silence.
- Doshi passed away on the night of June 23 in London from a heart attack after a career noted for effectiveness in challenging overseas conditions.
- He played 33 Tests and 15 ODIs for India, took 114 Test wickets, and amassed 898 first-class wickets with stints at Bengal, Saurashtra, and Nottinghamshire.
- Garfield Sobers, who played alongside Doshi at Nottinghamshire, highlighted Doshi’s exceptional expertise in spin bowling, stating that few possess a deeper understanding of the craft.
- The tribute illustrated cricket’s respect for Doshi and unified teams in mourning, while the match continued with England needing 371 runs to win.
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India Vs England, 1st Test: Players Wear Black Armbands In Tribute To Late Dilip Doshi
India Vs England, 1st Test: On the final day, players observed a minute-long silence and wore black armbands to honour the memory of Dilip Doshi, the former India left-arm spinner who passed away in London on June 23, 2025, at the age of 77 due to heart-related complications
IND vs ENG 1st Test: Why India and England players are wearing black armbands on Day 5
"Both teams are wearing black armbands today in memory of former Indian cricketer Dilip Doshi, who passed away on Monday. The teams also observed a minute's silence before the start of Day 5," read a social media post from BCCI.
Explained: Why are Indian and English players wearing black armbands on final day of Headingley Test
A minute's silence was observed ahead of start of play on the final day of the first Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds, with players also wearing black armbands. Here's why.
Why are India and England players wearing black armbands on Day 5 of IND vs ENG 1st Test in Leeds?
India and England look to eke out a win as the first Test in Leeds heads into a fascinating Day 5. Players of both teams came out with black armbands on their arms as the action kicked off at Headingley. Check why India and England players donned the black armbands.
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