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A writer, a cricketer and a friendship that lasted nearly 50 years

Hyderabad: The friendship between the well-known writer Jeffrey Archer and former India captain, Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi, was one of those unusual relationships that began in the privileged surroundings of Oxford and survived for nearly half a century. Archer, who died on October 5, aged 86, had a deep affection for his old Oxford friend Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

8 Oct 2026 7:04 pm