Cricketer dies of heart attack during live match

Pune: A 35-year-old cricketer died of a heart attack while batting in Pune, India.

According to Indian media, the tragic incident took place during a cricket match at the Garvey Stadium in Pune on Thursday.

The report said that Imran Patel came to bat as an opening batsman and after spending some time on the pitch, he started complaining of pain in his chest and arm.

Imran informed the umpires about his health condition, who allowed him to leave the field. However, while returning to the pavilion, Imran suddenly collapsed and fainted.

The entire scene was captured on camera because the live streaming of the match was going on.

According to Indian media, after Imran fell, other players present on the field immediately came to his aid and he was immediately taken to the hospital but Imran was declared dead by the doctors.

Imran's teammate Nasir Khan told Indian media that he had no illness and was completely healthy. All the team players are in deep shock due to his sudden death.

According to Indian media, Imran has three daughters, the youngest of whom is only four months old.