Novy Kapadia, renowned Indian football aficionado, commentator, journalist and critic has passed away at the age of 68, read on to know about his career and family
A man whose passion for football knew no boundaries, Novy Kapadia’s vast knowledge of Indian football and the game’s history is what makes him a distinct sports figure.
Novy Kapadia Death
The nation mourns the loss of the veteran sports commentator, often known as the ‘voice of Indian football’. He died due to a rare motor neuron disease which affects the body in a way that the nerves in the spine and brain stop functioning over a period of time.
After being put on a wheelchair for most part of the last two years and then to a ventilator throughout the month of October, Novy Kapadia succumbed to the disease on Thursday at the age of 68.
Novy Kapadia Biography And Life Story: A Legendary Figure In The Indian Sports Arena
A man whose contribution to the game of football will forever live in the hearts of football fanatics all across the nation, Novy Kapadia’s immense love for the game makes him stand out as a legendary figure in the world of Indian sports. Even when the sport witnessed a time when it seemed it would fade away or be overshadowed by the hegemony of cricket or other sports, Novy Kapadia stood strong in support of the game that he loved with all his heart.
Novy Kapadia Family
Novy who was born in 1953 in Delhi was aged 68 at the time of his death. He had one sister, Bonny who has also passed away.
Novy Kapdia Career And Prominent Work
His views, opinions, judgements and explanations penned down across several years in journals, newspapers, broadcasts and websites about the Indian football scene in the sport’s initial developmental stages is incredible. Having been the editor of the Durand Journal for many years, Kapadia was also involved in providing his voice for games in the I- League and its precursor, the National Football League.
He was exceedingly zealous when it came to viewing sports, especially football matches from close quarters which explains why Ambedkar Stadium was his second home. Not just football, his interest in sports like tennis, cricket among others remains unparalleled till date. Novy covered the Olympic Games, the Commonwealth games and the Asian games over a period spanning over three decades.
Some of the books written by Kapadia- The Football Fanatic’s Essential Guide: 2018 World Cup Special, Barefoot to Boots: The Many Lives of Indian Football and The Football Fanatic’s Essential Guide (Part 1, 2 and 3) all describe his feelings for the game of football. The way he writes and expresses his emotions in his books perfectly encapsulates his devotion towards football.
Along with being a commentator and journalist, Novy Kapadia was also a professor at SGTB Khalsa College, Delhi University and the Deputy Proctor of the university for seven years i.e. from 2003-10.
The whole nation mourns the loss of a legend. Novy Kapadia’s benefactions and achievements in the field of sports will forever be cherished.
Novy Kapadia Net Worth
His net worth is said to have stood at $350,000.
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