In an era of high-scoring matches and power-hitting, Bapu Nadkarni’s feat of 21 consecutive maiden overs stands as a monument to the ‘old school’ of cricket. Playing for India between 1955 and 1968, Nadkarni was a stalwart of Mumbai’s domestic dominance and a national hero. His ability to maintain a consistent length without deviation for over two hours of play remains a record that few modern bowlers can even imagine challenging. He remains a symbol of the grit that defined early Indian cricket.
