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Venkatesh Prasad (pronunciation ⓘ; born 5 August 1969), is a former Indian cricketer, Cricket Coach, Commentator who played Tests and ODIs. He made his debut in 1994. Primarily a right-arm medium-fast bowler, Prasad was noted for his bowling combination with Javagal Srinath.
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- Male
- September 5, 1969
- India
Venkatesh Prasad was a fast-medium bowler who played for India in the late 1990s. He had a Test career of 33 matches and 161 ODIs, and was also India's bowling coach for some time.
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- Full Name: The world knows him by the name Venkatesh Prasad, but his real and full name is Bapu Krishnarao Venkatesh Prasad. In fact, in many official meetings and functions he is being referred to as Mr. B.K.V Prasad.
- Stunning Spell: His befitting reply to Aamir Sohail’s jibe in the high voltage India Vs Pakistan clash at 1996 World Cup, when he bowled out the Pakistan opener very next ball after being hit for a boundary is known to everyone.
- Missed Milestone: Venkatesh Prasad played his last game when he was just 32-year. He played 33 tests and 161 ODIs – claiming 96 and 196 wickets respectively.
- Awards: Venkatesh Prasad is the recipient of prestigious Arjuna Award that he received in the year 2000. He was also declared Ceat International Cricketer of the Year in 1996/97, just within two years of his debut in cricket.
Apr 25, 2020 · Venkatesh Prasad, one of India’s most celebrated fast bowlers, was one of the top stars in the 90s.
Venkatesh Prasad or 'Venky' as he was fondly known was a fast-medium bowler who played for India from 1994 to 2001. Prasad was noted for his ability to swing the ball both ways and for...
Mar 22, 2005 · The former Indian seam bowler, Venkatesh Prasad, announced his retirement from cricket in 2005 after playing 33 Tests and 161 ODIs. He was known for his opening partnership with Javagal Srinath and his fast legcutters in the World Cup quarter-final against Pakistan in 1996.
