Jones was in Mumbai as part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) broadcast settings, and they learned it was absolutely fine before it suddenly collapsed.
Jones was 59 years old. Her family, in Australia, have been informed.
Shocked to hear about the tragic loss of Dean Jones. Praying for strength and courage for his family and friends. 🙏🏻
– Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) 1600944824000
On Thursday around 11 a.m., Jones, after finishing his breakfast, attended a briefing for the day’s IPL broadcast and was later chatting with colleagues in the hallway of the hotel where he was staying. South Bombay.
Suddenly, to everyone’s surprise, Jones fell and collapsed, after which he was rushed in a reserve ambulance to the city’s Harkisandas Hospital.
The hospital authorities declared him dead upon arrival. The relevant authorities will issue a statement shortly after the formalities, including an autopsy, are completed.
Saddened to hear the news of Dean Jones’ passing. I still can’t believe it. He was one of my favorite commenters … https://t.co/D2jS6oUXHu
– Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) 1600943168000
Broadcaster Star India has issued this statement:
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Mr. Dean Mervyn Jones AM. He died of sudden cardiac arrest. We express our deepest condolences to his family and are ready to support them through this difficult time. We are in contact with the Australian High Commission to make the necessary arrangements.
Dean Jones was one of the great ambassadors of the game and was associated with the development of Cricket in South Asia. He was passionate about discovering new talents and nurturing young cricketers. He was a champion commentator whose presence and presentation of the game always brought joy to millions of fans. Everyone at Star and his millions of fans around the world will miss him deeply.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Indian star
Absolutely heartbreaking news about the death of Dean Jones. A wonderful soul that was taken too soon. I had the opportunity… https://t.co/68jopHOMkh
– Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) 1600945488000
Jones’ playing career:
Jones was known for his aggressive playing style during his time with the Australian team from 1984 to 1994. Jones played 52 Tests for Australia, scoring 3,631 runs, including 11 centuries, with a 46.55 average.
In the 1986 Madras Test against India, Jones scored 210 and remains the highest score for an Australian cricketer in India.
Jones also played 164 ODIs for Australia, managing to score 6,068 runs with a 44.61 average.
Absolutely devastated to hear about the disappearance of Dean Jones. A colossal loss for the cricket community. Your connection… https://t.co/muV2Mp6yTb
– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) 1600943950000
RIP, Dean Jones. You will be missed.
– Kings XI Punjab (@lionsdenkxip) 1600943621000
It is very sad to hear of the passing of Dean Jones. He was always a fantastic guy to have fun with around a cricket… https://t.co/ytP65Eh6cv
– Jimmy Neesham (@JimmyNeesh) 1600943555000
Really shocking to lose a colleague and a dear friend: Dean Jones. He got so young. Condolences to the family and ma… https://t.co/ASA39c3mOF
– Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) 1600943303000
Tragic news. Rest in peace, professor. My condolences to the Dean Jones family.
– Shikhar Dhawan (@ SDhawan25) 1600944608000
I am deeply shocked and saddened by the disappearance of our fellow commentator #DeanJones. It was fine in the morning. I … https://t.co/TJ1pYsBaI7
– Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) 1600943751000
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