Former New Zealand cricket captain Martin Crowe has died aged 53.
Diagnosed in September 2014 with terminal double hit Lymphoma, he passed away this morning in Auckland.
In a statement a family spokesperson said, "It is with heavy hearts that the family of Martin Crowe, MBE advise his death."
He died "peacefully today surrounded by family".
The statement was headed 'God Speed. Rest in Peace'.
A polarising figure at times but one who only ever had cricket's best interests at heart, he gained a new legion of admirers as he faced his illness with courage and grace.
Much to his delight, he lived long enough to see New Zealand reach last year's World Cup final - one match further than his legendary team managed in 1992.
His tears were testament to his love for the game.
Crowe, who proudly represented the Cornwall Cricket Club, made his Test debut against Australia in 1982, hitting the first of 17 centuries the following year against England.
via stuff.co.nz
Diagnosed in September 2014 with terminal double hit Lymphoma, he passed away this morning in Auckland.
In a statement a family spokesperson said, "It is with heavy hearts that the family of Martin Crowe, MBE advise his death."
He died "peacefully today surrounded by family".
The statement was headed 'God Speed. Rest in Peace'.
A polarising figure at times but one who only ever had cricket's best interests at heart, he gained a new legion of admirers as he faced his illness with courage and grace.
Much to his delight, he lived long enough to see New Zealand reach last year's World Cup final - one match further than his legendary team managed in 1992.
His tears were testament to his love for the game.
Crowe, who proudly represented the Cornwall Cricket Club, made his Test debut against Australia in 1982, hitting the first of 17 centuries the following year against England.
via stuff.co.nz
