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New Delhi: The cricket fraternity in Jammu and Kashmir is in shock and currently mourning the death of Fareed Hussain. The 23-year-old from Poonch lost his life in a tragic road accident on August 20. The incident got captured on CCTV footage and went viral over social media, leaving players, fans and locals in absolute disbelief.
According to reports, Farheed was going somewhere on his scooter when the accident occurred. A car parked on the roadside suddenly opened the door, which hit him and threw him violently on the road.
The locals rushed him to the nearest hospital, but he didn't survive. His demise left the local cricket community devastated. Eyewitnesses and police officials have confirmed that the speed of the scooter was not high, highlighting how a small act of negligence can cost someone's life.
Fareed Hussain was a very talented cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir. He had already made a mark in the local circuit, having represented his state in many local tournaments and was steadily rising through the ranks. He is widely regarded as a hardworking and gifted cricketer born with talent, with the potential to achieve great heights in the near future.
As news spread on social media, tributes poured in from former cricketers and local associations. His legacy as a dedicated player will be remembered while his death marks a huge loss not just for the family but for the entire J&K cricketing circle.
Fareed’s story is a painful reminder of how unpredictable life can be. While the cricket community continues to grieve, his memory will live on as an inspiration for aspiring cricketers from the region.