Pakistani -origin cricketer Junaid Zafar Khan passed away in a cricket match being played during the scorching heat in Australia, Australia. The tragic incident took place at the Concorda College Oval ground on Saturday, when there was a match between Old Concordions and Prince Alfred Old Collecties. Junaid suddenly fell on the ground during the game, after which he was given medical assistance immediately, but his life could not be saved.
On Saturday, the temperature in Adelaide was above 40 ° C, which is considered extremely hot for cricket. According to the rules of the Adelaide Turf Cricket Association, matches are canceled when the temperature is more than 42 ° C, but continues to 40 ° C. This phenomenon has re -exposed the risks of the game in excessive heat.
According to local media reports, Junaid was on fast during Ramadan, but he consumed water. There is a provision in Islam that if a person feels unhealthy, he can drink water on fast.
The Old Concordions Cricket Club expressed deep condolences on his death. The club issued a statement saying that we are very sad to lose our beloved member Junaid Zafar Khan. His health deteriorated during the match and he could not be saved despite medical efforts. We express condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
Junaid's friend Hasan Anjum recalled him and said that this is an irreparable loss. He was about to achieve great achievements in life. At the same time, Najam Hasan described him as a precious person.
In 2013, 40 -year -old Junaid, who came to Australia from Pakistan, was working in the tech industry and had a keen interest in cricket.
