55 years old (Born on July 09, 1969)
Happy Birthday, Venkatapathy Raju! The spinner who famously spun Hyderabad all the way to the Ranji Trophy final in 1999-2000—your crafty bowling and leadership still bring smiles (and nightmares) to batsmen everywhere. And let's not forget your legendary bravery during India's 1990 England tour; breaking a knuckle yet continuing with grit made you cricket's ultimate tough guy!Today we celebrate your timeless spin wizardry, fearless spirit, and that unforgettable sense of humor both on and off-field. May this birthday be injury-free (please!), filled with laughter—and may life continue spinning joyfully like one of your classic deliveries. Cheers!