Malawi cricket mourns after the death of senior official Arjun Menon on Saturday night.
The 48-year-old was “brutally murdered” at his residence in Blantyre, a statement from the Malawi National Sports Commission (MNCS).
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Local police in South African countries have not yet issued a statement after Menon's death.
Menon is a ticket inspector representing Singapore at the senior level and is the operations manager of Cricket Malawi.
Dr. Henry Kamata, CEO of the multinational, said Menon’s contribution to the sport was “huge and far-reaching” and he played a “critical role” in the growth and success of the country.
“We strongly condemn this ruthless violence and urge law enforcement authorities to pursue all leadership to ensure that those in charge are brought to justice quickly,” Dr. Kamata added in a statement posted on social media.
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“We express our heartfelt condolences to Arjun’s family, friends, the cricket community and everyone affected by this tragic loss.”
Menon has coached in Singapore before, and has also served in Chile, Botswana and Indonesia.
A statement from the Singapore Cricket Association said: “Arjun is more than just a coach; he is a mentor, leader and embodiment of Singapore’s values of excellence, humility and service.”
“His legacy lives in the players he has shaped and in the communities he has promoted on every continent.”
