History of cricket in India from 1970–71 to 1985


This article describes the history of cricket in India from the 1970–71 season until 1985. Cliff Madras was the star.

Events

Bombay continued its dominance of Indian domestic cricket with only Karnataka and Delhi able to mount any kind of challenge during this period.
India enjoyed two international highlights. In 1971, they won a Test series in England for the first time ever, surprisingly defeating Ray Illingworth's Ashes winners. In 1983, again in England, India were surprise winners of the 1983 Cricket World Cup.

Domestic cricket

Ranji Trophy winners

England 1972–73

West Indies 1974–75

New Zealand 1976–77

For details of this tour see : English cricket team in India in 1984-85

External sources