Indian cricketer facing financial difficulty commits suicide

Former Indian cricketer VB Chandrasekhar was found hanging from the ceiling fan in his bedroom at his residence in Mylapore, India.

Chandrasekhar, the 57 years old represented India in seven One Day Internationals (ODIs) during 1988–90, and was a right hand batsman and a wicketkeeper. He owned a team called VB Kanchi Veerans in the Tamil Nadu cricket league and was also running a cricket coaching centre.

“The cricketer’s wife told us that her husband was depressed due to the losses in his business. We are investigating the matter,” a police official said, quoted the Deccan Herald.

“BCCI regrets to inform that former India opener VB Chandrasekhar is no more. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and his fans," tweeted the Indian cricket board while offering their condolences.

BCCI regrets to inform that former India opener VB Chandrasekhar is no more. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and his fans.

— BCCI (@BCCI) 15 August 2019

"Deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of my good friend VB Chandrasekhar. Heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul RIP," wrote VVS Laxman.

"Terrible news...VB..too soon. Shocking! Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends," said Anil Kumble.

Very sad to hear of the passing away of VB Chandrasekhar. Have fond memories of him. My condolences to his family. 🙏🏻

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) 16 August 2019