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Roger Binny, the 1983 World Cup hero and former BCCI president, is associated with jersey number 83 in modern Indian cricket jersey lists.?
Teams Played For
Binny represented India in 27 Tests and 72 ODIs (1979-1987), primarily Karnataka in domestic Ranji Trophy triumphs.?
Jersey Significance
#83 honors his record 18 wickets in 1983 WC final win vs West Indies, plus all-round rescues like 83* vs Pakistan.
Previous Numbers
Pre-numbered era player (jerseys not standardized until 1990s); #83 retroactively assigned in contemporary lists.?
Fun Fact
Binny's son Stuart wears #89; father's WC exploits included dismissing legends like Viv Richards.
