Former Australian cricketer Dean Jones died of a heart attack at a Mumbai hotel on Thursday, shocking many in the cricket fraternity. Even after his playing career, Jones had a large following as a commentator and analyst. India captain Virat Kohli and head coach Ravi Shastri were among the many who took to social media to pay tribute to Dean Jones. “Shocked to hear about the tragic loss of Dean Jones. Praying for the strength and courage of his family and friends,” Kohli tweeted.
Shocked to hear about the tragic loss of Dean Jones. Praying for strength and courage for his family and friends.
– Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 24, 2020
“Really shocking to lose a colleague and dear friend, Dean Jones. He left so young. Condolences to the family and may his soul rest in peace #RIPDeanJones @cricketcomau,” tweeted India head coach Shastri, who had also played in the historic tie. Test in Chennai in 1986, where Jones had scored a double century.
Virender Sehwag further expressed his shock following the news, praising Jones as one of his favorite commentators. “I am saddened to hear the news of Dean Jones passing. I still can’t believe it. He was one of my favorite commentators, he was on the air in many of my landmarks. I had very fond memories with him. I will miss him.”
Really shocking to lose a colleague and a dear friend: Dean Jones. He got so young. Condolences to the family and may your soul rest in peace #RIPDeanJones – @cricketcomau pic.twitter.com/pckNBow5Sv
– Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) September 24, 2020
Saddened to hear the news of Dean Jones’ passing. I still can’t believe it. He was one of my favorite commentators, he was on the air on many of my benchmarks. I had very good memories with him. I will miss it. pic.twitter.com/FZBTqIEGdx
– Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) September 24, 2020
Absolutely devastated to hear about the disappearance of Dean Jones. A colossal loss for the cricket community. Your connection with Chepauk will always be appreciated. Condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/mDHO0d76d0
– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) September 24, 2020
I am deeply shocked and saddened by the disappearance of our fellow commentator. #DeanJones It was fine in the morning. I had a video call with your son two days ago. Everything was fine. Everything was normal. I can not believe this #D.E.P
– Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) September 24, 2020
I just wish this wasn’t true. So shocked and heartbroken to hear about Dean Jones death, I can’t believe this
– Imad Wasim (@simadwasim) September 24, 2020
We will miss you and your voice, Professor.
Deeply saddened by the loss of commentator and former Australian cricketer Dean Jones. pic.twitter.com/L2nOSZdgkI
– Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) September 24, 2020
In complete shock to hear about the sad passing of Dean Jones. One of a kind, you were Deano and how lonely and helpless you must have felt alone in that hotel room, a death that commentators fear the most and that we will probably find, defenseless and missing in that hotel room …
– Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 24, 2020
I can not believe it. Extremely sad to hear about the untimely passing of Dean Jones. My heart goes out to his family. Sad day for the cricket world.#RIPDeano pic.twitter.com/gUoZgVYNyg
– Wasim Jaffer (@ WasimJaffer14) September 24, 2020
Absolutely heartbreaking news about the death of Dean Jones.
A wonderful soul taken away too soon. I had the opportunity to play against him during my first tour of Australia.
May your soul rest in peace and my condolences to your loved ones. pic.twitter.com/u6oEY1h7zz– Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 24, 2020
Tragic news. Rest in peace, professor. My condolences to the Dean Jones family.
– Shikhar Dhawan (@ SDhawan25) September 24, 2020
Surprised to hear that Deano no longer exists. It was always a pleasure to see his groundbreaking hitting and professorial analysis in the studio. It was so full of life. You will miss seeing him on TV and talking cricket with him. D.E.P #DeanJones
– Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) September 24, 2020
Absolutely shocking … and you hardly hear anything nice and pleasant anywhere this year … #DeanJones may your soul merge with the light and reach Sadgati … absolutely overwhelming news
– Kartik Murali (@kartikmurali) September 24, 2020
MCC is very sad to learn of the passing of Honorary Life Member Dean Jones.
Our thoughts are with his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/e3tFPbfBSb
– Marylebone Cricket Club (@MCCOfficial) September 24, 2020
We are very shocked and saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Mr. Dean Jones. We will miss your energy and enthusiasm for the game. Our thoughts with his family, friends and followers in this hour of pain. pic.twitter.com/gAAagImKeC
– IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020
Teacher. Always and Forever
Deeply saddened to hear of the sudden disappearance of one of cricket’s greatest ambassadors, #DeanJones.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/Kp84RR3VcD
– Delhi Capitals (tweeting from) (@DelhiCapitals) September 24, 2020
It is horrible to hear the news of Dean Jones passing in Mumbai. He was a wonderful player for Australia and we will miss him. My thoughts are with his family. RIP Deano https://t.co/AmVhQiNEe2
– Steve Smith (@ stevesmith49) September 24, 2020
Team India starter Rohit Sharma has also expressed surprise on Twitter. “It’s shocking news to hear about the death of Dean Jones #RIP,” he said.
Jones played 52 events for Australia and scored 3,631 runs at an average of 46.55 over 11 centuries and is considered among the best cricketers to come out of that nation.
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