LAHORE: Former Test cricketer Mohammad Hussain passed away at the age of 45 in Lahore on Monday after battling multiple diseases.
The left-arm spinner represented Pakistan in two Tests and 14 one-day internationals (ODI), where he claimed 16 wickets. He played his maiden Test against New Zealand and last against Australia.
In 131 first-class matches, he claimed 454 wickets with the best figures of seven for 53. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in a statement offered condolences to his family and friends.
“The PCB is saddened by the passing of former Pakistan Test all-rounder Mohammad Hussain and offers its sincerest condolences to his family and friends,” the cricket board wrote on Twitter.
The PCB is saddened by the passing of former Pakistan Test all-rounder Mohammad Hussain and offers its sincerest condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/f4q4zSUiXj
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) April 11, 2022
