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Old Trafford tribute ‘makes up’ for snub in India, says Farokh Engineer

Engineer, 87, played the majority of his cricket in Bombay, particularly at the Brabourne Stadium. "It is a shame that my achievements are not recognised where I played most of my cricket," he said. Engineer was Lancashire's wicketkeeper, playing 175 matches for the county from 1968 to 1976, scoring 5,942 runs

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Farokh Engineer at Old Trafford on Wednesday (Pic: @imvengsarkar/X)

Farokh Engineer at Old Trafford on Wednesday (Pic: @imvengsarkar/X)

Farokh Engineer was on Wednesday honoured with a stand named after him at the historic Old Trafford ground in Manchester, which is a rare recognition for an Indian cricketer at an overseas venue.

The B Stand, situated between the Player and Media Centre and the extension of the Hilton Hotel at Old Trafford, was officially designated as the Sir Clive Lloyd and Engineer Stand ahead of the fourth Test between India and England.

Engineer, a former India wicketkeeper-batsman and a Lancashire stalwart during his county career, was present at the ground to witness the emotional unveiling. Also in attendance was West Indies legend Sir Clive Lloyd, with whom the honour is shared. The gesture pays tribute to their lasting impact on Lancashire cricket, both having played pivotal roles in shaping the club’s legacy during the 1970s.

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