The Champions Trophy is in full swing, with Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, having secured a spot in the semi-finals. Their semi-final match is slated for March 4. However, amidst the excitement, a member of the Indian team has been dealt a devastating blow – the loss of his mother. This unfortunate event has forced him to leave the tournament midway and return to India.
The Indian team’s manager, R Devraj, received the sad news of his mother’s passing on Sunday morning. Immediately, he departed for Hyderabad, where he currently serves as the secretary of the Hyderabad Cricket Association. This news was confirmed by team officials, as quoted by Cricbuj.
As the team prepares to face New Zealand in their last league match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, it remains uncertain whether Devraj will rejoin the team. The decision is likely to depend on the outcome of the semi-finals on Tuesday.
In a statement, the Hyderabad Cricket Association expressed their condolences, saying, “With deep grief, we inform you that our secretary Devraj’s mother, Kamleshwari Garu, has passed away. May her soul rest in peace. Our heartfelt condolences to Devraj Garu and his family.”