Former Indian cricketer Chetan Chauhan, who had been admitted in a hospital after being tested positive for COVID-19, breathed his last on Sunday. He was put on ventilator after his health deteriorated, affecting kidneys and causing blood pressure problems.
"Early morning today, Chetan ji had a kidney failure and subsequently, had multi-organ failure. He is currently on life support. We are all praying that he wins this battle," a senior DDCA official said.
Wonderful cricketer & diligent political leader: PM Modi condoles death
On the sad demise of UP Minister and Former Indian cricketer Chetan Chauhan, PM Narendra Modi tweeted, "Chetan Chauhan Ji distinguished himself as a wonderful cricketer & later as a diligent political leader. He made effective contributions to public service & strengthening BJP in UP. Anguished by his passing away. Condolences to his family & supporters."
Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, "Chetan Chauhan served the country throughout his life first as a sportsman and later as a public servant. His death is a great loss for Indian politics and cricket."
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath tweeted, "My colleague and former cricketer Chetan Chauhan ji has passed away. This is an irreparable loss for people of Uttar Pradesh and the world of cricket. His last rites will be performed tomorrow."
Facts about Chetan Chauhan
- Chauhan has served the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) in various capacities — president, vice-president, secretary and chief selector — apart from being the manager of the Indian team during their tour of Australia.
- Chauhan was twice elected to the Lok Sabha from Amroha in Uttar Pradesh, in 1991 and 1998 and was honoured with the Arjuna Award in 1981.
- During his 12-year-long cricket career, Chauhan played 40 Tests scoring 2084 runs with 16 half-centuries and two wickets.
- With Sunil Gavaskar, Chauhan formed a potent opening partnership for India with the duo scoring over 3000 runs, including 12-century stands.
