Snow stopped play? Not in Scotland: UAE coach Lalchand ‘McRajput’ on life as an overseas pro in UK’s far north
As the UAE’s cricketers spent the first three days of their tour of Scotland watching the rain fall, their coach, Lalchand Rajput, might have told them they were lucky. At least it wasn’t snowing. The 64-year-old Indian played as an overseas professional in this part of the world for 14 seasons in the 1980s and ’90s, becoming a local legend in the process. He remembers his first impression…
Lalchand Rajput, the coach of the UAE's cricket team, may initially have downplayed the weather conditions during the UAE's recent tour of Scotland. Having spent 14 seasons in Scotland as an overseas professional in the 1980s and '90s, the 64-year-old Indian had grown accustomed to the region's weather. Rajput's journey to Scotland began in 1985, when a friend picked him up from the airport, only to discover they were playing in a snowstorm.
Despite the unexpected weather, Rajput quickly settled into Scottish cricket and was known for his technically perfect batting style. He even scored for Scotland twice and was the first Indian to play for the national team. Rajput's love for Scotland was evident, as he proudly wore tartan and was affectionately called "McRajput."
His experiences made him a beloved figure among Scottish cricket enthusiasts, many of whom eagerly followed his progress during the UAE's tour.
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