Bachi Khan

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Bachi Khan
Personal information
Full name Bachi Khan
Date of birth Unknown
Place of birth Kohat, British India
Date of death Unknown
Position Defender
Senior career*
YearsTeamApps(Gls)
1930s Afghan Club Kohat
1935–1940s Mohammedan SC
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bachi Khan was a footballer who played as defender for Mohammedan SC in British India during the 1930s and 1940s. He was a key contributor to the club's success in its Golden Era, helping the team secure several titles during his tenure. [1] [2]

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Early life

Khan hailed from the Kohat region of North-West Frontier Province, British India. [1]

Club career

Khan first played for local Afghan Club Kohat, He then joined Mohammedan SC in 1935. [3] Where he was a prominent role alongside teammate Jumma Khan in the team's backline throughout the 1930s and 1940s. Contributing to several assists during his tenure at the club, helping them win the Calcutta Football League on several occasions, alongside domestic competitions such as the Durand Cup in 1940. [4]

In 1937, Khan was selected to play for the N.W.I.F.A team to play against Islington Corinthians. [5] [6]

Honours

Mohammedan Sporting

References

  1. 1 2 "How Mohammedan Sporting's glorious past is linked to its uncertain future". Quartz. 24 October 2014. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  2. Menon, Sandeep (11 December 2025). "How Mahilpur in Punjab is raising talented footballers and fostering a spirit for the beautiful game". Scroll.in. Retrieved 10 January 2026.
  3. "Friday, 17 December 1937, Civil & Military Gazette (Lahore)".
  4. "India 1940". www.rsssf.org. Retrieved 28 December 2025.
  5. "Sunday, 21 November 1937, Civil & Military Gazette (Lahore)".
  6. "Tuesday, 14 December 1937, Civil & Military Gazette (Lahore)".