Australian batsman, commentator Dean Jones passes away

KABUL (Pajhwok): Former Australian batsman and well-known commentator Dean Jones passed away on Thursday afternoon after a cardiac arrest, according to media reports.

Jones was in Mumbai as part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) broadcast set-up, and was learnt to be absolutely fine before he suffered a sudden collapse.

Jones was 59. His family, back in Australia, has been informed.

He also visited Kabul and served as commentator in Shpageza Cricket tournament in recent years.

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