Scotland all-rounder Con de Lange passes away

Scotland all-rounder Con de Lange was a vital part of Scotland's middle order and bowled left-arm spin which brought him 24 wickets. He is survived by wife Claire and two children

Scotland all-rounder Con de Lange, who had been diagnosed with brain tumor, died on Thursday, 18 April. The 38-year-old was a vital part of Scotland's middle order and bowled left-arm spin which brought him 24 wickets in 21 international matches he played for Scotland. He is survived by wife Claire and two children. The South African-born de Lange’s best bowling figures were 5/60 which he attained against Zimbabwe in Edinburgh in June 2017. After Scotland's historic first ODI win against a Full Member team, de Lange played five matches after that, before being sidelined for health reasons.

Scotland all-rounder Con de Lange has tragically passed away at the age of 38. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. https://t.co/4oYyKsM50c pic.twitter.com/vKpfQh8Wv7

— ICC (@ICC) April 19, 2019

In October last year, the news of his illness was made public by his family as they launched a campaign to raise money for Charity. At the time, Malcolm Cannon, Cricket Scotland CEO, said, "Con has been a superb servant to the game of cricket in Scotland and is a very popular member of the squad.

It is with great sadness that Cricket Scotland shares the news that Con de Lange passed away on Thursday 18th April 2019.

A great servant to Scotland and the game of cricket, our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.https://t.co/xrOkaJg2lV pic.twitter.com/neoUg3gW9F — Cricket Scotland (@CricketScotland) April 19, 2019

"We are now delighted to help the cause by spreading the word throughout the broader cricketing family both at home and overseas and we know there will be an overwhelming level of support from this close-knit community.”

It is with deep regret and sadness we share the news of our beloved coach Con de Lange's death. He was our mentor, leader, champion and above all our friend. Condolences to Claire and the family. We are broken RIP CDL. pic.twitter.com/cnpYC8vgtO

— ClydesdaleCC (@DaleCricket) April 19, 2019

Cricket fraternity took to Twitter to pay tribute to de Lange.

Absolutley devastated to wake up to the news that former Northants champ and friend, Con De Lange has passed away. One of the greatest blokes you will ever meet. Never forgotten 😞

— Alex Wakely (@AlexWakely1) April 19, 2019

Really sad when the game loses a current player... Condolences from all at @EmiratesCricket https://t.co/nK10Lz2eCX

— Dougie Brown (@dougie1brown) April 19, 2019

A very sad day today as a good pal passes. A true team man a wonderful sense of humour and a real gent. I will miss you big man. RIP Con x

— Niall John O Brien (@niallnobiobrien) April 19, 2019

Truly a champion of a man. Honored to have shared many memories with you. Thoughts and prayers go out to the De Lange family. RIP my brutha. pic.twitter.com/U1UANiDQoy

— JP Duminy (@jpduminy21) April 19, 2019

Really sad to hear of the passing of Con de Lange overnight. Condolences to his family. #RIP

— Boyd Rankin (@boydrankin) April 19, 2019

Gutted to here that Con De Lange has passed away this morning. What a warrior he was and taken so young. My sincere condolences to the family and there two children. RIP Con De Lange🙏🏼

— Allan Donald (@AllanDonald33) April 19, 2019