Former Cricketer Salil Ankola’s Mother Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances

The body of former cricketer Salil Ankola’s mother was discovered in his Pune residence, police confirmed. The victim had suffered a stab wound to the neck, although there were no signs of forced entry at the scene.

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances to determine if foul play was involved. In response to the tragic news, Salil Ankola posted a heartfelt message on social media, saying, “Goodbye Mom,” accompanied by a broken heart emoji. Further information surrounding the incident is still awaited.

Salil Ankola, who retired from cricket at just 29 in 1997, had a short but notable career. He later transitioned into Bollywood, making his film debut alongside Sanjay Dutt in the 2000 movie *Kurukshetra*. He went on to appear in films like *Chura Liya Hai Tumne*, *Riwayat*, *Ekta*, and *The Power*. Ankola’s cricketing journey began with Maharashtra, and he made his Test debut against Pakistan on November 15, 1989. He also represented India in one-day internationals, including during the 1996 World Cup.