Salim Bhagalia (died 2012) was a South African cricketer of Indian descent.[1] Bhagalia was best known as one of the best fast bowlers produced by the Indian community in South Africa in the early 1940s.[2]

He captained the provincial Eastern Transvaal Cricket Union and played for Ermelo and Krugersdorp Old Boys Clubs.[2]

He also represented The Wits Union, Transvaal, and South African Indians. He retired at the age of 59.[2] He died in November 2012 aged 90.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 "Wisden Obituaries - 2012". Cricinfo. 3 March 2014.
  2. 1 2 3 "Veteran South African Indian cricketer Salim Bhagalia dies". Press Trust of India. 29 November 2012 – via Business Standard.
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