In a heart-wrenching incident during Thursday’s Aegis South Zone Tournament match between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu at the RSI Ground in Bengaluru, former cricketer Hosalah collapsed and passed away due to a sudden heart attack. The bittersweet victory for Karnataka has left the tournament shrouded in silence. The news unfolded as the players were reveling in their triumph after securing a win.
Collapse on the Field
After clinching the match, the players were celebrating their victory when Hosalah, a key figure in Karnataka’s team, complained of severe chest pain. Subsequently, he collapsed on the field, bringing the jubilation to an abrupt halt. On-site medical personnel promptly attended to Hosalah, initiating emergency measures to revive him. However, his body failed to respond, and the cricketer was rushed to Boring Hospital in an ambulance.
Medical Efforts and Tragic Outcome
Despite the medical team’s strenuous efforts, Hosalah couldn’t be revived. Doctors at the hospital declared him dead upon arrival. The preliminary cause of death, as revealed by medical examinations, was a heart attack. The news of Hosalah’s demise has sent shockwaves through both teams, casting a somber atmosphere over the tournament.
Condolences and Grief
Expressing his sorrow on social media, Karnataka’s Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao, conveyed his condolences, saying, “Saddened to hear about the untimely demise of Karnataka cricketer Tej Gendabaz Hosalah during the Aegis South Zone Tournament. In this moment of grief, my heartfelt sympathies are with his family and friends.”
The sudden loss of a vibrant and talented cricketer like Hosalah has left the cricketing community in mourning. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the need for prioritizing health, even amidst moments of triumph. As both teams grapple with the tragedy, the Aegis South Zone Tournament continues under the shadow of this unfortunate event.