Saba Pataudi calls father Mansoor Ali Khan the hero of her world, shares pictures
Saba Pataudi paid an emotional tribute to her late father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi on his birth anniversary, calling him the “hero of my universe” and shared rare pictures.
Saba Pataudi remembers her late father Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi in an emotional tribute on his birth anniversary, calling him the “hero of my universe” and sharing rare pictures of the former Indian cricket captain. Saif Ali Khan’s sister marked the day by reflecting on her father’s legacy as both a sports icon and the pillar of her family.
Saba shared unseen pictures of Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi on Instagram and penned a heartfelt note that read, “To Abba..the hero of my universe misses you today and every day. To the lives you have touched, to our home and to the captain of the Indian cricket team, you have worn many caps and excelled in each. (sic)” The post struck an emotional chord with fans who continue to praise the great cricketer.
Saba also shared how she honors her father’s birth anniversary every year, adding, “For the many random photos shared by some, taken by others… and my tribute to you, as I do Quran Khwani and Sadaqah every year in both Bhopal and Pataudi, where you are.” Her words shed light on the deeply personal traditions she follows to remember him.
Meanwhile, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi’s younger daughter… actress soha ali khandecided to pay tribute by visiting Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, a stadium closely associated with his father’s cricketing legacy. Sharing glimpses of her journey, Soha wrote on Instagram, “On your birthday, Abba, I wanted to stand where the game remembers you. The Garden of Eden may be empty today, but it will never be silent for you.”
Give color to spring actor He also recalled one of the most iconic moments of his father’s career, when he captained India despite a serious injury. Recalling the historic December 1974 Test against the West Indies, Soha wrote, “A ground you loved playing on, and where you captained India several times – perhaps the most memorable was the December 1974 Test against the indomitable West Indies. A ball from Andy Roberts hit you in the face, breaking your cheekbone. You retired bleeding and bruised, but the team won by an incredible 85 runs.” Dilakar returned to Eden in one of the most iconic victories of all time – a timeless example of grit and lion-hearted (or perhaps tiger-hearted) captaincy.”
Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, fondly remembered as Tiger Pataudi, lives on today through such tributes from his daughters, celebrating not only his extraordinary cricketing achievements, but also his lasting impact on his family and Indian sport.