Bengaluru, May 24 (PTI) Former Karnataka pacer SL Akshay died here on Sunday due to heart attack. He was 39.

A member of the Karnataka side that lifted the Ranji Trophy in the 2014-15 season, Akshay was playing a KSCA third division match for Sapphire CC here.

Akshay left the field after bowling four overs, complaining of uneasiness. He was taken to a nearby hospital but was declared brought dead.

“Akshay represented Karnataka with distinction at the first-class level and, even beyond his playing career, continued to serve the game with unwavering passion and dedication.

“As a junior-level coach, he played a pivotal role in nurturing and mentoring young cricketers, leaving an enduring impact on the development of cricketing talent in the State,” stated a KSCA release.

Akshay played six first-class, three List A and nine T20s for Karnataka between 2011 and 2013. He had taken up coaching with the state under-19 team after his playing career. PTI

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