Alamgir Tareen's suicide: Cricket fraternity mourns businessman's death

Condolences started pouring in on Twitter soon after the news about Alamgir Khan Tareen's death broke on Thursday, with the cricket fraternity regretting the unfortunate incident.

In a shocking incident, Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Multan Sultans owner Alamgir, 63, allegedly committed suicide, police and family members confirmed.

The franchise issued a statement, mourning the tragic death of the businessman.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved team owner, Alamgir Khan Tareen. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr Tareen's family. We request you all to kindly respect his family's privacy. May his soul rest in eternal peace," the Multan Sultans stated.

Meanwhile, Peshawar Zalmi Chairman Javed Afridi expressed deep grief over the sad demise of Alamgir. He offered his condolences to the deceased's family, friends and team Multan Sultans.

Moreover, Lahore Qalandars also grieved Alamgir's death, saying that the management was "shocked and saddened" to hear about it.

"This loss leaves a significant void within the cricket community. We offer our heartfelt support to his family and Multan Sultans to navigate this challenging time," Lahore Qalandars said, while praying for the deceased and his survivors.

Earlier, renowned cricket presenter Zainab Abbas, former cricketer Rashid Latif, middle-order batter Sohaib Maqsood, and others also expressed shock and grief over the tragic death.

Islamabad United's owner Ali Naqvi said that Tareen "was always full of life and was a very refined person".

Meanwhile, Lahore Qalandars Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Atif Rana said he couldn't believe his ears "hearing about the news of Alamgir Tareen".

"It was a memorable journey with Alamgir Tareen in PSL. Alamgir Tareen was a decent person and a good companion," Rana added.

Police said that Alamgir, the brother of Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) Chairman Jahangir Khan Tareen, allegedly shot himself in the head at his residence in Lahore's Gulberg area. 

The reports of alleged suicide were later confirmed by Jahangir.