BREAKING NEWS: Tragedy Strikes as Young Cricketer Karan Verma Dies in Road Accident
Mumbai, May 3, 2025 – Tragedy struck late last night as 20-year-old cricketer Karan Verma, a rising star in Mumbai’s cricketing circuit, lost his life in a fatal road accident near Marine Drive.
The accident occurred around 11:45 PM while Karan was riding home from practice. According to witnesses, his motorcycle skidded on a wet patch of road, causing him to lose control and crash into a streetlight pole. Despite wearing a helmet, the impact proved fatal. He was rushed to St. Jude Hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
Investigators believe that low road friction due to rain was the main cause of the crash. “When roads are slick, tire grip is drastically reduced. A slight turn can become deadly,” said traffic safety expert Dr. Suresh Iyengar.
Karan had recently gained attention for his stellar performance in the U-23 State Championship and was being scouted for higher-level selection. His sudden death has left the cricketing community in shock. Tributes have poured in, with senior players and fans mourning the loss of a future star.
He is survived by his mother and older brother. His final rites will be held tomorrow in Andheri.
Authorities urge caution on wet roads, reminding riders that even a moment’s slip in friction can change lives forever.
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