Batsman struck on the chest by cricket ball dies

A batsman has died after being struck on the chest by a ball during a local league match in Surrey.

Bavalan Padmanathan, 24, was batting for Manipay Parish Sports Club in the British Tamil League on Sunday at Long Ditton recreation grounds.

An air ambulance was called but he later died of his injuries.

In November, Australia batsman Phillip Hughes died two days after being struck on the top of the neck by a ball during a domestic match in Sydney.

A team-mate of Padmanathan’s, who was also batting alongside said “When he received the hit I asked from the other end if he is alright. He gave a thumb-up and nodded to indicate he was alright, while pressing his chest.

“He took a couple of steps behind the stumps and collapsed.

Bavalan who works in  Web Media, “Tamilithal”He said in his facebook page “ Any moment might be out last. Everything is more beautiful because we’re doomed. You will never be lovelier than you are now, and we will never be here again”.

“Tamilithal”  the first website established for Tamil emerging artists, so that they can inspire people around the world through its growth, accuracy in planning and recognising the youngsters.

“He was such a talented and composed cricketer and a darling friend of all of us. Every one of us is going through terrible pain as a result of this terrible loss.”

“We are deeply saddened to learn about this tragedy. We send our condolences to Bavalan’s family, friends and team-mates during this upsetting time.” said England and Wales Cricket Board .
Surrey chief executive Richard Gould added: “Everyone at the club has been deeply saddened to learn of Bavalan’s death and would like to extend their sympathies to his family, friends and everyone who knew him from within the community of cricket.”A statement on Manipay Parish Sports Club’s Facebook page, said they were “totally shocked by his death at this young age”.