A tragic incident has left the Bengal cricket community in mourning following the untimely death of promising young cricketer Asif Hossain, who passed away at the age of just 28. The shocking news of his death, which occurred on Monday night, has reverberated through the Maidan, leaving friends, family, and teammates grappling with the loss of such a bright talent.

According to reports from his family, Asif was in good health prior to the accident. Sadly, he sustained a fatal injury after falling from the stairs at his home. He was quickly rushed to a well-known private hospital in the city, where doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The suddenness of this tragedy has left everyone reeling, unable to comprehend how a young life could be cut short so abruptly.

Asif Hossain had been a dedicated player who had represented various age groups within the Bengal cricket framework. He had aspirations of making it to the senior Bengal team, showcasing his potential by scoring an impressive 99 runs in a match during the Bengal T20 League. Earlier this year, he signed with Sporting Union in the first division of club cricket, further signalling his ambitions in the sport.

The impact of his passing is felt deeply, with his family utterly devastated by the loss of their beloved son. Teammates and fellow cricketers have expressed their condolences, mourning the loss of a bright star. In a heartfelt tribute, the Bengal senior men’s team observed a minute’s silence at the start of their practice session on Tuesday, honouring the memory of Sk Asif Hossain and reflecting on the immense talent that has been lost to the world of cricket.