Ram Chand Goala, a legendary name in the country's domestic cricket circuit during the 80s has passed away at the age of 81 at his Mymensingh residence yesterday, report agencies.
Ram Chand, popularly known as Goalaji, played for various reputed clubs in Mymensingh and Dhaka. He played for Abahani Limited for 15 straight seasons. He is also the oldest player to make his debut for the national team when he debuted at the age of 43.
Goala played against the touring Sri Lankans and Bengal side in the 1980s. He even famously dismissed Arjuna Ranatunga, who went on to captain Sri Lanka.
However, Goala is best remembered for representing Abahani for nearly 15 years.
Goala was a giant in the Mymensingh cricket scene, playing well into his fifties, and helping raise many cricketers from the region.
He lived with his grandson Akash Ghosh - his niece's son - until his death.
