5 promising Indian cricketers who had an unceremonious end to their career

#3 Sandeep Patil

Disciplinary issues caused the downfall of Sandeep Patil

The Mumbaikar was a versatile middle-order batsman and an occasional medium-pace bowler. Patil proved his mettle soon after making his Test debut in his first tour as he scored 174 off 240 balls against Australia whose bowling department comprised of the deadly duo of Dennis Lillee and Len Pascoe.

In 1982, the Old Trafford stadium in England witnessed something extraordinary as Patil smashed Bob Willis for six consecutive boundaries. His middle-order heroics were crucial for India.

After the World Cup victory, he played a few handy knocks but his attitude and indiscipline could not help him stay longer in the team. Thus, a blossoming career ended with just 28 Tests and 45 ODIs to his name.