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Shastri

American  
[shahs-tree] / ˈʃɑs tri /

noun

  1. Lal Bahadur 1904–66, Indian statesman: prime minister 1964–66.


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This may limit opportunities for young players, both Indian and overseas, but Ravi Shastri dismisses this argument.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2025

India dominated the match, bowling England out cheaply and then, thanks to hundreds from Ravi Shastri and wicket keeper Syed Kirmani, gaining a lead of 270.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2024

"He's got the maturity, he's got the flair. He will make a world of difference to the Indian middle-order," Shastri said.

From BBC • May 26, 2023

The opposition must coalesce around key issues such as job creation and avoid a “leadership-driven unity,” said Sandeep Shastri, an academic and political analyst based in Bengaluru.

From New York Times • May 10, 2023

A day after my story appeared on the front page, Kakodkar told me that Shastri was pleased with my report and had asked him to extend his congratulations to me.

From Behind the News: Voices from Goa's Press by Various