5 cricketers who died young?

#4 Runako Morton

Runako Morton was a decent batsman on his day

Remember the controversial West Indian player who was once charged with the possession of marijuana? Runako Morton was one of those players who had the talent to destroy an opposition with his wrathful batting, but then go on to streak of indifference for the next million games.

One day, however, the angel of death smiled upon him. His wife and three children were awaiting him at home, expecting him to return after a win against T&TEC in a First-class game, but he never made it. Whilst on his way, his car smashed against a utility pole and he succumbed to his injuries.

Morton left us at the age of 33 and after playing 15 Tests and 56 ODIs for the West Indies. He might not have been among the best West Indies players, but, as Curtly Ambrose puts it, “he's the kind of guy you could go to war with, because he would have your back.”