Junaid Khan, a player from the Old Concordians’ Cricket Club, participated in the fielding for 40 overs and finished the match with an unbeaten score of 16 runs against Prince Alfred Old Collegians at Concordia College in Adelaide.
New Delhi: Junaid Zafar Khan, a cricketer from Pakistan, tragically passed away on the field due to severe heat conditions. Reports indicate that he became unwell during a match on Saturday when temperatures soared to 41.7°C. The incident occurred around 4 p.m., prompting an immediate call for an ambulance.
Junaid Khan, a player for the Old Concordians’ Cricket Club, played for 40 overs and finished with 16 not out in a match against Prince Alfred Old Collegians at Concordia College in Adelaide. Khan moved to Adelaide from Pakistan in 2013 to pursue a career in the technology industry. Despite fasting during Ramadan, he reportedly drank water throughout the day, as exemptions allow Muslims to do so if they are unwell, according to Daily Mail and news.com.au.
The Old Collegians Cricket Club expressed their grief, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the passing of a valued member who tragically suffered a medical episode while playing. Despite the efforts of paramedics, he could not be saved. Our thoughts and condolences are with his family, friends, and teammates.”
The Adelaide Turf Cricket Association has established guidelines for extreme weather conditions, indicating that matches will be halted if temperatures surpass 42°C. Games can continue at temperatures up to 40°C, provided that additional hydration breaks and rest periods are implemented to ensure player safety.
