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NEW DELHI: The Aegis South Zone tournament held in Bengaluru witnessed a shocking incident when 34-year-old Karnataka cricketer Hoysala K tragically passed away due to cardiac arrest.

The tournament, which featured fierce competition between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, took a grim turn with the untimely demise of the talented player.




The incident occurred on Thursday at the RSI ground in Bengaluru. After the match against Tamil Nadu, Hoysala went to dinner with his teammates when he suddenly suffered a heart attack which caused him to faint and collapse. Medics at the scene administered immediate emergency treatment, but unfortunately, Hoysala did not respond to efforts.

He was later rushed to Bowring Hospital by ambulance for further treatment. Tragically, doctors at the hospital declared him dead. The news of Hoysala’s sudden demise has cast a pall of grief over the cricket community, with players, fans and officials mourning the loss of the talented cricketer.

Dinesh Gundu Rao, Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka, expressed his condolences on social media and said, “I am saddened to hear about the sudden demise of emerging Karnataka cricketer, fast bowler K. Hoysala, during the South Zone Aegis Tournament. My deepest condolences to his family and friends in this time of grief. The recent incidents of young people succumbing to cardiac arrest underline the importance of health awareness and the need for us to be pay attention to heart health.


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Hoysala K, a fast bowler, had previously played for Bellary Tuskers and Shivamogga Lion in the Karnataka Premier League, showcasing his talent in the state cricket circuit. His untimely demise has left a void in the hearts of the cricket community.

In the match against Tamil Nadu, Hoysala played a crucial role in Karnataka’s victory. Scoring thirteen runs off thirteen balls and taking a wicket by dismissing Tamil Nadu opener P. Parveen Kumar, he contributed significantly to the team’s success in a thrilling finale. Karnataka managed to secure victory by just one run, defending a target of 173 runs against Tamil Nadu’s total of 171.

(Agency contributions)

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