Former cricketer and Tripura junior selector Rajesh Banik, who had represented India in the Under-19 World Cup, passed away in a tragic road accident on November 1. He was 40. The accident occurred at Anandanagar in West Tripura, according to local officials.

Banik, who once wore the India jersey at the youth level and later became known for his involvement in grooming young cricketers, left a significant mark on Tripura cricket both as a player and as part of the selection setup. Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) secretary Subarata Dey expressed deep grief over the loss and acknowledged his contributions to the sport in the region.

“This is very unfortunate that we have lost a talented cricketer and selector of the Under-16 cricket team. We are shocked. May his soul rest in peace,” Dey

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