Mizoram Cricketer K. Lalremruata Dies After Collapsing in Match

Aizawl, India – K. Lalremruata, a 38-year-old former Ranji Trophy cricketer from Mizoram, died on Thursday after collapsing during a local match near the state capital, officials confirmed. The incident occurred at Suaka cricket ground near Sairang railway station, where Lalremruata was playing for Venghnuai Raiders Cricket Club against Chawnpui ILMOV Cricket Club in the Khaled Memorial Second Division Screening Tournament.

Eyewitnesses and officials reported that Lalremruata completed his batting innings and began walking back to the pavilion when he complained of chest pain and breathing difficulties. He then collapsed on the field and lost consciousness. Teammates and medical personnel provided immediate assistance, rushing him to a nearby facility, but he could not be revived. The Cricket Association of Mizoram (CAM) stated that the cause of death was a stroke.

Lalremruata, a resident of Maubawk near Aizawl and a wicketkeeper by trade, had a notable career in domestic cricket. He made his first-class debut for Mizoram against Meghalaya in 2018 and played his final Ranji Trophy match against Nagaland in 2022. Over his career, he represented the state twice in the Ranji Trophy...