Pat Cummins' mother Maria loses battle against illness, Aussie players wear black armband in respect
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After the end of the second Test in Delhi Pat Cummins departed for Sydney to be with his ailing mother. Though he was supposed to return forthe following Indore Test, given his mothers health status then, Cummins stayed home.
Australian captain Pat Cummins mother Maria passed away overnight on Thursday after losing battle against prolonged illness. As a mark of respect, the Aussie players will wear black armbands on day two of the fourth Test in Ahmedabad. Cricket Australia broke the news of Cumminss mother being no more ahead of the start of the days play.
"We are deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Cummins overnight. On behalf of Australian Cricket, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Pat, the Cummins family, and their friends. The Australian Men's team will today wear black armbands as a mark of respect," Cricket Australia said in a statement.
We are deeply saddened at the passing of Maria Cummins overnight. On behalf of Australian Cricket, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Pat, the Cummins family and their friends. The Australian Men's team will today wear black armbands as a mark of respect.
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Friday, March 10, 2023 at 4:41 am