Former Ranji Trophy Cricketer from Mizoram Dies After Collapsing During Match

January 9, 2026: Former Ranji Trophy cricketer from Mizoram, Khawlhring Lalremruata, passed away after collapsing during a local cricket match on Wednesday, January 7. His death has sent shockwaves through the Mizoram cricket community, and all scheduled matches have been cancelled by the state cricket association as a mark of respect.
The tragic incident occurred during a Khaled Memorial 2nd Division Screening Tournament match between Venghnuai Raiders CC and Chawnpui ILMOV CC. Lalremruata was representing Venghnuai Raiders CC when he suffered a sudden medical emergency during the game.
He was immediately attended to and rushed to the hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, doctors were unable to revive him, and he passed away.
For context, Lalremruata was a former Ranji Trophy cricketer who represented Mizoram in two first-class matches and seven T20 games. Even after his professional playing career, he remained actively involved in local cricket. A wicketkeeper-batter, Lalremruata scored 17 runs in first-class cricket and 87 runs in T20 matches during his career.

Cricket Community Mourns the Loss of K Lalremruata

The Cricket Association of Mizoram (CAM) confirmed in an official statement that the 38-year-old passed away due to a stroke while playing in the second division tournament. "He represented Mizoram twice in the Ranji Trophy and seven times in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He had also played for several local clubs. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family; may God comfort them as they navigate this great loss," the statement read.
Mizoram’s Sports and Youth Services Minister, Lalnghinglova Hmar, also expressed his condolences. "He experienced breathing difficulties during the match between his team, the Venghnuai Raiders Cricket Club, and Chawnpui ILMOV Cricket Club. My heartfelt condolences go out to his bereaved family, friends, and members of the sporting fraternity during this difficult time," he said.

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