Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Hometown | Poona (Pune), Maharashtra |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Name Not Known | ||||
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| Mother | Name Not Known | ||||
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| Spouse | Name Not Known | ||||
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Career
| Debut | On 8 February 1906 Hindus v Europeans (First Class) |
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| Bowling Style | Left-arm orthodox spin |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Baloo Palwankar's family name is derived from his hometown, Palwan. | |
| His father served in the military. | |
| His first job was maintaining the pitch for a Parsi cricket club in Pune (formerly Poona). | |
| Despite bowling frequently, he was rarely given the chance to bat. | |
| Baloo overcame caste discrimination to excel in the sport of cricket. | |
| He played key roles in matches against the Europeans of Bombay Gymkhana in 1906 and 1907. | |
| He took 114 wickets during the 1911 tour to England. | |
| Throughout his career, he faced challenges related to his caste but achieved notable success in cricket. | |
| He formed significant friendships and engaged in politics, supporting Gandhian principles. |
