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Soha Ali Khan Remembers Father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi on 15th Death Anniversary
- •Soha Ali Khan shared a heartfelt social media post on the 15th death anniversary of her father, legendary cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi.
- •Her daughter, Inaaya, penned an emotional letter to her grandfather, expressing gratitude and hoping to see his spirit.
- •Soha frequently posts cherished memories of her late father, including a visit to Eden Gardens on his birthday.
- •She recalled Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi's iconic 1974 Test match at Eden Gardens, where he led India to victory despite a fractured cheekbone.
- •Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, also known as Tiger Pataudi, passed away on September 22, 2011, due to respiratory failure.
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Soha Ali Khan shared a heartfelt social media post featuring a picture of herself sitting in front of her late father's photograph, alongside a photo of her daughter Inaaya folding her hands in prayer. Inaaya also penned an emotional letter expressing hope to see her grandfather's spirit in real life and complimenting both his family and cricket skills.
Soha Ali Khan recalled the December 1974 Test match against the West Indies at Eden Gardens, where her father returned to the crease after suffering a fractured cheekbone from an Andy Roberts bouncer. Despite bleeding and injury, he guided the Indian team to an unforgettable 85-run victory, showcasing legendary tiger-hearted captaincy.
Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, widely known as Tiger Pataudi, passed away on September 22, 2011, at the age of 70 due to respiratory failure triggered by an acute lung infection.
