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M. Buchi Babu Naidu
Cricket Player
1868 – 1908
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Who was M. Buchi Babu Naidu?
Mothavarapu Buchi Babu Naidu was an Indian socialite and cricket pioneer who organised cricket clubs for native Indians. He is considered to be the "father of Madras cricket" and founded the annual Madras Presidency Matches, the first of which was held shortly after his death. The annual Buchi Babu Tournament is held in his honour. Two of Naidu's sons, M. Baliah and C. Ramaswami, played for the Indian national cricket team.
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