{"id":30758,"date":"2024-06-20T12:50:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T12:50:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/20\/former-india-pacer-david-johnson-dies-after-falling-from-apartments-balcony-in-bengaluru-pragativadi-odisha-news-breaking-news-odisha-latest-odisha-news-n-f-times\/"},"modified":"2024-06-20T12:50:30","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T12:50:30","slug":"former-india-pacer-david-johnson-dies-after-falling-from-apartments-balcony-in-bengaluru-pragativadi-odisha-news-breaking-news-odisha-latest-odisha-news-n-f-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenftimes.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/20\/former-india-pacer-david-johnson-dies-after-falling-from-apartments-balcony-in-bengaluru-pragativadi-odisha-news-breaking-news-odisha-latest-odisha-news-n-f-times\/","title":{"rendered":"Former India pacer David Johnson dies after falling from apartment&#039;s balcony in Bengaluru | Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News &#8211; N.F Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Former Indian and Karnataka Ranji cricketer, David Johnson, passed away after falling from the 4th floor of SLV Paradise apartment in Bengaluru on Thursday. He was 52.<\/p>\n<p>Reports suggest that Johnson was battling chronic depression. The Kothanur police responded to the incident, and his body was taken to Crescent Hospital.<\/p>\n<p>Born on October 16, 1971, David Johnson had a brief career as an international cricketer for India, known for his fast bowling skills. He played in two Test matches in 1996, making his debut against Australia.<\/p>\n<p>Despite facing challenges with consistency and injuries, Johnson continued to excel in domestic cricket for Karnataka, contributing significantly to his team\u2019s bowling unit. Following his retirement, he dedicated himself to training and mentoring young cricketers.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout his career, he played 39 First-Class matches, taking a total of 125 wickets.<\/p>\n<p>Johnson\u2019s sudden death has sent shockwaves through the cricket community, leaving many mourning the loss of a dedicated coach and former player.<\/p>\n<p>Former India cricketers Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar, Virendra Sehwag and BCCI secretary Jay Shah offered their condolences following Johnson\u2019s unfortunate passing.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Saddened to hear the passing of my cricketing colleague David Johnson. Heartfelt condolences to his family. Gone too soon \u201c Benny\u201d!<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/anilkumble1074\/status\/1803708212040057108?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 20, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Deeply saddened by the passing of my former teammate, David Johnson. He was full of life and never gave up on the field. My thoughts are with his friends and family.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sachin_rt\/status\/1803747870324961515?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 20, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Very sad to hear about David Johnson\u2019s passing. Condolences to his family.<br \/>Om Shanti \ud83d\ude4f\ud83c\udffc <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/5ycb1kI4z7\">pic.twitter.com\/5ycb1kI4z7<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/virendersehwag\/status\/1803759786158338408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 20, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Deepest condolences to family and friends of our former Indian fast bowler David Johnson. His contributions to the game will always be remembered \ud83d\ude4f<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Jay Shah (@JayShah) <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/JayShah\/status\/1803713691856392420?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 20, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/>[ad_2]<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] Former Indian and Karnataka Ranji cricketer, David Johnson, passed away after falling from the 4th floor of SLV Paradise apartment in Bengaluru on Thursday. He was 52. Reports suggest that Johnson was battling chronic depression. The Kothanur police responded to the incident, and his body was taken to Crescent Hospital. 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