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By Shruti Goswami
Updated: May 1, 2020

International Footballer & former Cricketer Chuni Goswami passed away

Legendary international footballer and a former Indian Cricketer Chuni Goswami (Born 15th Jan 1938) passed away on 30th April 2020, Thursday at the age of 82. He was the captain of the Asian cup winning team in 1962. Chuni Goswami was known for his all-rounder role in both cricket and football world. In his journey in football from 1956 to 1964, he played more than 50 matches for India. later on, he moved his career to the Indian Cricket.

All-rounder Chuni Goswami was died due to cardiac arrest in Kolkata, West Bengal. He was suffering from underlying ailments, including diabetes, prostate, and nerve problems. All the Indians are pouring the tribute to the legendary man all across the internet. Check it out some, below:-

Sad to hear about the passing of Chuni Goswami. In his demise India’s football fans have lost a legend. A versatile sportsman, he was a star in his own right. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) April 30, 2020

BCCI mourns the death of Subimal ‘Chuni’ Goswami, an all-rounder in the truest sense. He captained the Indian national football team & led to them to gold in the 1962 Asian Games. He later played first-class cricket for Bengal & guided them to the final of Ranji Trophy in 1971-72 pic.twitter.com/WgXhpoyLaB
— BCCI (@BCCI) April 30, 2020

We’ve lost one of the leading lights of Indian sport today. Not too many can boast of being top-notch in two different sports. You played your part to the fullest, rest well, Chuni sir. Strength to the family.
— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) April 30, 2020

We bid adieu to a legend of Indian sport. A fine first-class cricketer for Bengal & a footballer par excellence, former @IndianFootball capt. Subimal 'Chuni' Goswami, is no more.

All of us at Mumbai City send our heartfelt condolences to the Goswami family and their loved ones. pic.twitter.com/wk3HtdpfTT
— Mumbai City FC (@MumbaiCityFC) April 30, 2020

The BFC family mourns the death of legendary footballer Chuni Goswami. A man of many talents, Mr. Goswami captained @IndianFootball to Gold at the 1962 Asian Games and played first-class cricket for Bengal; an all rounder as good as they come. Our thoughts are with his family. pic.twitter.com/8azzXqctmi
— Bengaluru FC (@bengalurufc) April 30, 2020

What a sad day for the country First class cricketer and former footballer #ChuniGoswami passes away after a cardiac arrest May his soul rest in peace 🙏
— Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) April 30, 2020

One of the true greats of Indian sport, Subimal 'Chuni' Goswami passed away today. Brilliant footballer and a terrific cricketer as well, who captained Bengal in a Ranji trophy final. pic.twitter.com/FrU9fhB8JJ
— Joy Bhattacharjya (@joybhattacharj) April 30, 2020

Indian footballing legend and a fine first class cricketer, Chuni Goswami is no more. May his soul rest in peace! 🙏🏻#StrongerAsOne pic.twitter.com/RYHMbb4aQW
— NorthEast United FC (@NEUtdFC) April 30, 2020

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International Footballer & former Cricketer Chuni Goswami passed away

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