Former Australia batsman, commentator Dean Jones dies of cardiac arrest

Former Australia batsman and well know commentator Dean Jones passed away on Thurday after a cardiac arrest in Mumbai. He was aged 59. He played 52 Tests and 164 ODIs for Australia and was part of the 1987 World Cup winning team.

He was part of IPL 2020 broadcast team select dug-out. 

In an official statement Star Network said, "It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing away of Mr. Dean Mervyn Jones AM. He died of a sudden cardiac arrest. We express our deep condolences to his family and stand ready to support them in this difficult time. We are in touch with the Australian High Commission to make the necessary arrangements."

"Jones was one of the great ambassadors of the game associating himself with Cricket development across South Asia. He was passionate about discovering new talent and nurturing young cricketers.
 

"He was a champion commentator whose presence and presentation of the game always brought joy to millions of fans. He will be sorely missed by everyone at Star and his millions of fans across the globe. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends," the broadcasters said.

Dean Jones' International career

Batting Career Summary
.	M	Inn	NO	Runs	HS	Avg	BF	SR	100	200	50	4s	6s
Tests	52	89	11	3631	216	46.55	7427	48.89	11	2	14	361	10
ODIs	164	161	25	6068	145	44.62	8362	72.57	7	0	46	380	64

Bowling Career Summary
.	Matches	Innings	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Econ	Avg	SR	5W	10W
Tests	52	10	198	64	1	1 for 5	1 for 6	1.94	64	198	0	0
ODIs	164	8	106	81	3	2 for 34	2 for 34	4.58	27	35.33	0	0

Source: cricbuzz.com