A cricketer has died after collapsing during a county league game in Newdigate.

The husband and father of two was visiting The Brocus ground as part of the senior 1st XI Effingham team.

A statement released by Effingham Cricket Club praised Newdigate Cricket Club ‘who did everything they could to provide assistance’.

Despite the efforts of the players, paramedics, air ambulance and hospital staff, he passed away late Saturday afternoon at Kings College Hospital, London.

Although Susy Radio has been made aware of the name of the player, following wishes from Effingham Cricket Club and the man’s family, we are not naming him at this time.