Sanjay Manjrekar recounts Dilip Vengsarkar's support for 1989 West Indies tour
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Sanjay Manjrekar shared insights on Dilip Vengsarkar's role in his selection for India's 1989 West Indies tour during a recent event in Mumbai. Vengsarkar advocated for Manjrekar despite resistance from the selection committee, ultimately allowing him to join the squad as the 17th member. Despite a poor performance in the series, Manjrekar emerged as India's highest run-scorer with 200 runs. The event also marked the launch of a book celebrating Vengsarkar's legacy, 'A Legend with a Difference'.
- •Sanjay Manjrekar spoke at an event in Mumbai on June 4, 2026.
- •Vengsarkar supported Manjrekar's selection against committee dissent.
- •Manjrekar scored 200 runs, becoming India's highest scorer in the series.
- •The event coincided with the launch of Vengsarkar's biography.
- •Vengsarkar had a notable career as a player and chief selector.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — ‘They all ganged up, but he kept fighting’: Sanjay Manjrekar reveals how Dilip Vengsarkar secured his India spot
"Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar's unwavering support for Sanjay Manjrekar's 1989 West Indies tour selection is highlighted. Despite resistance, Vengsarkar championed the young batter, who emerged as India's top scorer. Manjrekar also shared anecdotes about Vengsarkar's mentorship and his unique personality, calling him a "buddy" and a "Legend with a Difference."
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