Angad Bedi, Neha Dhupia pay tribute to Bishan Singh Bedi: 'Our fearless leader'

Angad Bedi released a statement, on behalf of the family, on Tuesday which read that the family were blessed to have had a "fearless leader" like Bishan Singh Bedi. (Image credit: Instagram/AngadBedi).

The world of cricket was left saddened on Monday after former India captain and one of the greatest spinners to have played the game, Bishan Singh Bedi, died in Delhi. He was 77.

In a statement on Tuesday morning, the legendary cricketer's son and actor Angad Bedi and the rest of the family said they were moved by messages of love which have come their way and it was heartwarming to see how Bedi had inspired so many different generations. "While we are in shock and overcome with grief, we find solace in knowing that he lived a rich, fearless and full life that inspired many. We are moved by each and every message of love we have received, publicly and personally. Thank you to everyone for celebrating his grit, humour and giant heart".

"It is heartwarming to see how many generations Dad inspired through his life. Every day of his life was spent in devotion to his family and faith, and in service to his Waheguru. He epitomised living a life that was Nirbhau-Nirvair and we are comforted in knowing that he is with His Beloved now," the statement read.

The family said they were blessed to have had a "fearless leader" like Bedi and that they would look to live by the motto that he stood for- "to observe and absorb".

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The statement was also shared by Angad Bedi's wife Neha Dhupia on her Instagram page.

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Tributes poured in from former cricketers and other dignitaries on Monday. Former India captain and the country's highest wicket-taker in its Test history, Anil Kumble, wrote a heartfelt note, recalling an incident from his days as an engineering student and added how Bedi was there always for support, both on good and bad days.

Also read: Tribute: Bishan Singh Bedi was an extraordinary spinner, and intrepid upholder of the truth