Congress leaders on Monday condoled the demise of legendary spinner Bishan Singh Bedi, with party chief Mallikarjun Kharge describing him as one of the most celebrated cricketers whose contribution to the sport in India will be cherished forever, reported news agency PTI.

Mallikarjun Kharge said that Bedi, affectionately called "the Sardar of spin", left an indelible mark on Indian cricket and carved out his own space as a great exponent of the art of spin bowling.