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Former Ireland cricketer Simi Singh dealing with ‘life-threatening’ condition

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Former Ireland all-rounder Simi Singh is dealing with a ‘life-threatening’ condition.

Singh represented Ireland for five years, playing 35 ODIs and 53 T20Is but last featured back in 2022.

Cricket Ireland published a statement on Thursday which sent well wishes to Singh, who according to Times of India publication, is awaiting a liver transplant.

Simi Singh of Ireland catches out Hazratuillah Zazai of Afghanistan during the Men’s T20 International match between Ireland and Afghanistan at Stormont in Belfast. Pic: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

‘We have received shocking news that our friend Simi Singh is currently dealing with life-threatening health circumstances,’ Cricket Ireland chief executive Warren Deutrom said.

‘On behalf of Cricket Ireland and indeed the wider Irish cricket community, I would like to extend our best wishes and prayers to Simi as he takes on this new fight.

‘After moving to Ireland, Simi has become a central figure within Irish cricket – whether at international, provincial or club level – he has shown a desire and drive to succeed.

Simi Singh of Leinster Lightning leaves the crease after being bowled by Tom Mayes of Northern Knights during the CI Inter-Provincial Series 2023 match between Leinster Lightning and Northern Knights at Pembroke Cricket Club in Dublin. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
Simi Singh represented Ireland for five years, playing 35 ODIs and 53 T20Is and last featured back in 2022. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

‘We now hope that this same drive will see him come through the current circumstances.

‘Stay strong, Simi, we’re all behind you.’

Singh is reportedly in care at the Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon awaiting a transplant from his wife Agamdeep, who is set to donate part of her liver.

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