India Cricket Pays Tribute to David Johnson with Black Armbands

The Indian cricket team will wear black armbands during their T20 World Cup Super Eight match against Afghanistan in memory of former fast bowler David Johnson. Johnson passed away after falling from his balcony. He played two Tests for India in 1996 and had a notable domestic cricket career.

The Indian cricket team will display a poignant tribute to former fast bowler David Johnson by wearing black armbands during their T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against Afghanistan. This gesture comes in recognition of Johnson, who tragically passed away after falling from his fourth-floor balcony in Bengaluru on Thursday.

The 1996 Test cricketer had a brief international career with India, featuring in matches against Australia and South Africa. Domestically, Johnson left a significant mark with Karnataka, capturing 125 wickets in 39 First-Class games and dismissing 41 batsmen in 33 List A games from 1992 to 2002.

As the local police continue their investigation to determine the cause of his fall, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the team's decision to honor Johnson shortly before the start of play at the Kensington Oval.

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