Aug 23 (Reuters) – Former Zimbabwe captain Heath Streak, who had been present process remedy for most cancers, has died on the age of 49, his former group mate Henry Olonga mentioned late on Tuesday.

The all-rounder was the all-time main take a look at wicket-taker for his nation. He took 216 wickets and scored 1,990 runs in 65 checks between 1993-2005. He additionally performed in 189 one-day internationals, scoring 2,943 runs and taking 239 wickets.

“Sad news coming through that Heath Streak has crossed to the other side. RIP Zimbabwe cricket legend,” Olonga mentioned on messaging platform X, previously often called Twitter.

“The greatest all-rounder we produced. It was a pleasure playing with you.”

Reuters has contacted Zimbabwe’s cricket physique for remark.

Post-retirement Streak served as Bangladesh coach and was the bowling coach of twice Indian Premier League champions Kolkata Knight Riders.

In 2021 he was given an eight-year ban from the game after admitting breaches of the International Cricket Council’s anti-corruption code. He took “full responsibility” for his actions however mentioned he was by no means concerned in any makes an attempt to repair matches.

Zimbabwe take a look at skipper Sean Williams mentioned Streak had left “a legacy for us to live up to”.

“No words can explain what you and your family have done for mine and many others,” Williams mentioned.

“You will be missed we love you dearly. Rest in peace Streaky.”

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