Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 24/09/1950 |
| Age | 76 years |
| Birthplace | Patiala, Punjab |
| Full Name | Mohinder Amarnath Bhardwaj |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Mohinder Amarnath
14/07/2026
Former Indian cricketer and 1983 World Cup hero Mohinder Amarnath commented on the state of Indian cricket, saying that changes are needed to improve the game. He criticized the attitude of some modern players and said that no player should think they are bigger than cricket.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname(s) | Jimmy |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5’ 9” |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | MB High School, Mandir Marg, Delhi |
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| College/University | Khalsa College, Delhi University |
| Educational Qualifications | Graduation |
Personal Life
| Hobbies | Travelling |
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Career
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| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium | ||||
| Favourite Shot | Hook shot | ||||
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Favourites
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| Cricket Ground | Lord's Cricket Ground | ||||
| Singer | Kishore Kumar |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Mohinder Amarnath was instrumental in India's historic win in the 1983 World Cup. | |
| 2. He gained recognition for unusual dismissals in cricket, such as handling the ball and obstructing the field. | |
| 3. His debut international century was achieved at the WACA stadium in Perth. | |
| 4. Post his playing career, he provided coaching to the Bangladesh team during the 1990s and also to the Morocco Cricket team. | |
| 5. The Bollywood film 'Dishoom' featured a character based on Mohinder Amarnath. |
