WORLD cricket has been plunged into mourning following the death of Zimbabwe cricket legend Heath Streak, who succumbed to colon and liver cancer early Sunday morning.
Former players, teammates and teams he played for took to Twitter as they poured their condolences, paying tribute to one of the players who put Zimbabwe on the world cricket map.
Former Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batsman Kuma Sangakarra, who played in the same English county team, Warwickshire, with Streak, paid tribute to the Zimbabwe legend.
Veteran cricket commentator Alan Wilkins sent out his condolences to Streak’s family.
Former hard-hitting Sri Lanka opening batter Sanath Jayasuriya said the passing on of Streak saddens him.
Hampshire County players and staff took to the field to pay tribute to Streak, who played 40 games for the side.
Streak coached Gujarat Lions and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League. Mumbai Indians paid their tribute to Streak.
Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez, featured in the Zim-Afro T10, sent his condolences to Streak’s family and friends.
