Ajmal Hasan Khan, Canadian Billionaire Who Founded CPL, Dies of Cardiac Arrest After Workout at Dubai Resort: Report
Ajmal Hasan Khan, the Canadian billionaire and founder of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), passed away due to a cardiac arrest at the age of 60.
Dubai, May 25: Ajmal Hasan Khan, the Canadian billionaire and founder of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), passed away due to a cardiac arrest at the age of 60. Reports indicate that Khan collapsed after a workout session at a prestigious five-star hotel resort on The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, where he was staying alone. The tragic incident occurred on Monday, May 20, as reported by a family friend, Nadeem Khan.
According to a report from the Khaleej Times, Ajmal Hasan Khan was vacationing alone at the Dubai resort when he decided to engage in his regular fitness routine. Shortly after his workout, he complained of uneasiness and collapsed. Funeral prayers for Khan were scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 25, at Meadowvale Cemetery in Mississauga, Canada. Medical experts caution against vigorous physical activity, particularly for those with underlying cardiac conditions, emphasising the importance of thorough evaluation before commencing intense exercise regimens. CPL T20: Caribbean Premier League to Use Multicolour Balls for 2024 Season.
As per the report, Nadeem Khan stated that the family is coordinating with local authorities to repatriate Khan's body to Canada, expressing profound grief over the unexpected loss. As the founder and president of the Verus Group of Companies, Khan's legacy extends beyond his business ventures to his pioneering role in establishing the CPL, an annual Twenty20 cricket tournament held in the Caribbean. CPL 2024: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Unveil As New Franchise of Caribbean Premier League.
Launched in July 2013, the CPL, a franchise-based cricket league featuring Caribbean and international players, garnered significant attention. Born in Nigeria to Indian parents, Khan obtained Canadian citizenship after residing in England. He primarily lived in Barbados, where he had diverse business interests.
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