Indian · Jhunjhunu, India · Born 12 April 1917Vinoo Mankad — one of India's earliest all-round greats and the originator of the 'Mankad' dismissal.
Vinoo Mankad was born on 12 April 1917 in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India. He is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history. In 1952 he scored 184 and then 72 in a Test at Lord's against England — becoming the first player to score a century and take five wickets in the same Test at Lord's. He also controversially ran out Australian opener Bill Brown at the non-striker's end without warning in 1947-48 — a mode of dismissal that became known as 'Mankading.' He took 162 Test wickets and scored 2,109 Test runs. He died in 1978.
The cricket term 'Mankading' is named after him for running out Bill Brown at the non-striker's end during India's 1947-48 tour of Australia.
The 'Mankad' dismissal — running out a non-striker at the bowler's end — is named after him following a controversy in 1947-48.
Did You Know?How They Played
Mankad was a skilled left-arm orthodox spinner with excellent control and flight, capable of bowling long spells with consistent accuracy. As a batsman, he was a reliable left-hander who could anchor an innings and contribute valuable runs down the order.
Lasting Impact
Mankad's name lives on in cricket terminology, with 'Mankading' referring to the dismissal of a non-striker who backs up too far before the ball is bowled.
Career Honours
- Lord's Test all-round feat 1952
| Club | Period | Matches | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holkar | 1935–1962 | 66 | 5236 | 602 |
| Gujarat | 1962–1963 | — | — | — |
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