Maria Cummins, the mother of Australian test captain Pat Cummins, has died after a prolonged disease
Australian test captain Pat Cummins mother Maria Cummins, passes away after a protracted illness. This information was made public by Cricket Australia on Friday before the commencement of the fourth test match between the teams of Australia and India at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Cricket Australia has also declared that the Australian players will wear “black armbands” in honor of Pat Cummins and his family.
Maria Cummins mother passed away overnight, and Cricket Australia stated that it was “deeply saddened” by the news. We offer Pat, the Cummins family, and their associates our deepest condolences on behalf of Australian Cricket. As a sign of respect, the Australian men’s team will don black armbands today.
Following the second test of the series, Cummins had taken a flight back home to be with his mother. He stated, “I feel I am best being here with my family,” in describing his choice to leave India. I value all of Cricket Australia’s and my teammates’ unwavering support. Thank you for your patience.
Cummins also disclosed that his mother has been fighting a severe illness for the past few weeks after being initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005.
