Munir A. Pirzada (3 January 1937 – 2 November 2019) was a Pakistani professional tennis player and the former Secretary of Pakistan Tennis Federation.[1][2] He played forty-seven first-class matches, including 1956 Wimbledon Championships and Davis Cup tournaments.
| Native name | منیر پیرزادہ |
|---|---|
| ITF name | Munir Pirzada |
| Born | 3 January 1937 British India |
| Died | 2 November 2019 (aged 82) Karachi, Pakistan |
Pirzada won 28 first class matches out of 47 throughout his career, leading him to retain his position in national championship from 1956 to 1960.[3][4] In 1956, he also played in Australian Open and Roland Garros tournaments.[5]
References edit
- ^ "Pakistan tennis has hit rock bottom: Munir Pirzada". DAWN.COM. 30 April 2009.
- ^ "Mr. Munir A. Pirzada, A Former Secretary Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF), Passed Away". UrduPoint.
- ^ "Former tennis legend Pirzada passes away". The Nation. 3 November 2019.
- ^ "PTF condoles death of Munir". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ "Munir Pirzada Tennis Player Profile". itftennis.com.
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