Every day, some incident or the other happens in the cricket world, which garners discussions on social media. Let us tell you that at present a three-match ODI series is being played between India and Sri Lanka. Both the teams will play the third and final ODI on 7 August.

However, before this match, a very heartbreaking news is coming out for all the fans. Actually, a New Zealand legend has passed away. After this news, every cricket fan has become sad. Let us know in detail in this article which great personality related to cricket are we talking about.

A great personality related to cricket passed away

7 August 2024 will be considered a black day for the New Zealand cricket team. Actually, on this day, a legend of their country breathed his last. We are talking about Kiwi umpire David Quested. New Zealand has shared the news of his death through its official Twitter handle.

they wrote, “We are deeply saddened to announce that former New Zealand umpire David Quested, who officiated in five Tests and 49 ODIs, has passed away in Christchurch at the age of 78. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.”

See the tweet here:

We're deeply saddened to advise former NZ umpire David Quested, who stood in five tests and 49 ODIs, has died in Christchurch, aged 78. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) August 7, 2024

This is what David Quested's career was like

New Zealand umpire David Quested was born on 16 April 1946 in Christchurch. In his career, he umpired in 12 Test matches, 46 men's ODIs and three women's ODIs. Apart from this, he has also played this role in 77 first class matches as well as 80 List-A and 23 T20 matches. The cricket world will never forget his contributions.