Abu Dhabi stadium curator passes away

Mohan Singh, the curator of Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi has passed away. Mohan, who was previously associated with the Mohali Stadium in Chandigarh, died on Sunday (November 7) morning. The cause of the death is not immediately known but it has led to investigation by the local police.

The Abu Dhabi Cricket officials have confirmed the death and said that the Mohan's family have been informed and that they are on their way to Abu Dhabi.

The news broke even as the match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was underway at the ground. The International Cricket Council (ICC) officials could not be immediately reached for a comment but it can be confirmed that the world body had used the services of Indian origin curator for the global event.

"It is very shocking news, he was very well known to me," said Daljit Singh, the former chief curator of BCCI. "He was very a hard-working, committed and ambitious person. My condolences to the family,"

Mohan worked under Daljit for over 10 years before moving to UAE about 10 years ago. "He would be in touch with me regularly and I will check with his family," a shocked Daljit further said.

Mohan, in his mid-40s, was employed by the Abu Dhabi cricket authorities. The ICC, which is hosting the World Cup, in three grounds in UAE - Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi - has engaged with the ground staff of the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Queries to the ICC remained unanswered till the time of going to print.

-cricbuzz