Chuni Goswami
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Subimal Goswami (January 15, 1938 - , commonly known by his nickname Chuni Goswami (Bengali: চুনী গোস্বামী)is a Bengali footballer, and cricketer. He was born in Kishoreganj District, Bengal (now in Bangladesh). As a striker, he played 50 international soccer games representing India. His career begun in 1946, with Mohun Bagan club in Kolkata, where he played until 1968. He also served as the manager of Indian national football team and as the vice president of Mohun Bagan club.[1]
After retiring from soccer, Chuni Goswami focused on playing Cricket. He led Bengal cricket team to the Ranji Trophy final twice. In his cricket career, he played 46 first class matches, scoring 1592 runs and obtained 47 wickets. [2]
[edit] Awards
- 1963 Arjuna award
- 1983 Padmashri award
- 2005 Mohun Bagan Ratna
[edit] References
- ^ Hall of fame, at IndianFootball.com.
- ^ Players and Officials - Chuni Goswami, from Cricinfo.
