Dean Jones suffered a heart attack in Mumbai, where he was working as a commentator on television coverage of the Indian Premier League. Stylish in the middle-order, Jones played 52 Tests from 1984 to 1992, averaging 46.55 and winning the Ashes on two occasions.
He was also part of the Australia team that won the World Cup in 1987, beating England in a thrilling final. In his 164 one-day internationals, Jones averaged 44.61. He is perhaps best remembered for his innings of 210 in the tied match between Australia and India in 1986.
Afterwards, as a result of his exertions at the crease, he was admitted to hospital. Jones also had spells in county cricket with Derbyshire and Durham, and, after retiring from playing, had further careers as a coach and broadcaster.
Cricket Australia chairman Earl Eddings said: “Dean Jones was a hero to a generation of cricketers and will forever be remembered as a legend of this great game.
Pakistani media and cricket celebrities are saddened at this great loss and have sent their condolences on the death of cricket legends Dean Jones:
Shocking! Utterly shocking! I spoke to you @ProfDeano just this morning, we were discussing about a young talent from punjab. You loved Pakistan cricket and u were always available to groom young talent . RIP my friend , still in a shock!! Rest in peace . pic.twitter.com/DANv7gVDME
— Salman Iqbal ARY (@Salman_ARY) September 24, 2020
really shocking to me u will b missed 😔 pic.twitter.com/fVD6MzZMHK
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) September 24, 2020
I just wish this wasn’t true. So shocked and heartbroken to hear about the death of Dean Jones😠cannot believe this
— Imad Wasim (@simadwasim) September 24, 2020
No words are enough but extremely sad of the news of @ProfDeano demise. A kind soul, friend and teacher. My heart and prayers goes out to his family and friends in this difficult time. You will be missed coach. pic.twitter.com/lyODseJjOO
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) September 24, 2020
Extremely sad to hear about the sudden and unexpected demise of @ProfDeano result of cardiac arrest. He will be missed by cricket fans around the world. RIP.
— Fakhr-e-Alam (@falamb3) September 24, 2020
Very sad news. Had the pleasure of meeting Dean Jones a few times; he was such a wonderful and fun-loving person. An excellent coach and so hardworking and passionate. May his soul rest in peace pic.twitter.com/TePUvenv9c
— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) September 24, 2020
In complete shock to hear about Dean Jones sad passing. One of a kind you were Deano and how lonely and helpless you must have felt on your own in that hotel room-a death we commentators fear the most, and likely to meet, helpless and gone in that hotel room…RIP my friend.
— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 24, 2020
Sad & difficult day to cover IPL game after heart breaking news of Dean Jones passing away. But cope we must!! pic.twitter.com/a46j3xtJNR
— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 24, 2020
RIP Dean jones 😞
— Fahad Mustafa (@fahadmustafa26) September 24, 2020
I know I speak for all of Pakistan when I say thank you, thanks for batting for us & everything you contributed to Pak cricket. You will never be forgotten. Like everyone else, I’m absolutely gutted. The world lost a good man today. My friend @ProfDeano I will miss you #RIPDeano
— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) September 24, 2020
My husband & our family are absolutely shattered by the news of @ProfDeano passing. It’s with tremendous sorrow we are saying goodbye to a great Australian, taken way to early. A man absolutely devoted to his work & his family. Our prayers are with Janey & family at this sad time
— Shaniera Akram (@iamShaniera) September 24, 2020
I’m so proud that Dean worked in Pakistan for the last 5 years. Anyone who knew him or worked with him could see how much he really cared for Pakistan cricket. He genuinely loved Pakistan. It was so nice to hear the things he used to say. Im glad we shared that together #RIPDeano
— Shaniera Akram (@iamShaniera) September 24, 2020
Very sad news about Dean Jones! He was a wonderful cricketer, coach, commentator and above all human being. He was a real friend and I will miss him. My sincerest condolences with his family and friends. #RIPDeano pic.twitter.com/4LnUSMwTyZ
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) September 24, 2020
Cannot believe this tragic news regarding the death of Dean Jones. It really is so sad. My thoughts are with his family and friends. We miss you Deano!#DeanJones 😔
— Ahmad Shahzad 🇵🇰 (@iamAhmadshahzad) September 24, 2020
Sad news @ProfDeano passed away #RIP condolences to His family pic.twitter.com/AStIlug8G8
— Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) September 24, 2020
Shocked to hear the news regarding the passing of Dean Jones. He really loved Pakistan cricket and was an amazing man. Thoughts with his family at this difficult time.
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) September 24, 2020
Really sad news on the demise of @ProfDeano ,our thoughts & prayers are with his wife,children & family. 💔 #RIPDeanJones
— Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) September 24, 2020
Heartbreaking and shocked to hear about the untimely and sudden passing of Dean Jones.. still in a state of shock .. prayers,strength and condolences to the family .. what an amazing man you were and always encouraging .. you will be missed Deano ..
— Shoaib Malik 🇵🇰 (@realshoaibmalik) September 24, 2020
My first coach at the big stage at @IsbUnited: @ProfDeano is no more. Thank you for everything coach, may you rest in peace. Rest in peace professor. pic.twitter.com/zq2Tf6WI9Q
— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) September 24, 2020
2020 cannot get worse😠really saddened about news on Dean Jones legendary cricketer and an even better person.
— Hassan Ali 🇵🇰 (@RealHa55an) September 24, 2020
