Henry Olonga confirms Zimbabwe cricket great is alive

Former Zimbabwean cricketer Henry Olonga has put to rest the speculations surrounding the supposed demise of fellow cricketing legend Heath Streak. Hours after tweeting about Streak's death, Olonga shared that Streak is indeed alive and well, contradicting his earlier tweet.

In an attempt to clear the air and dispel any false information, Olonga took to Twitter to share the update. He stated, "I can confirm that rumours of the demise of Heath Streak have been greatly exaggerated. I just heard from him. The third umpire has called him back. He is very much alive folks."

"Sad news coming through that Heath Streak has crossed to the other side. RIP Zimbabwe cricket legend," Olonga had earlier posted on messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Alongside this reassuring message, Olonga also shared a screenshot of his recent conversation with Streak on WhatsApp. It is imperative to note that these conflicting reports may have caused confusion and concern among cricket enthusiasts.

However, Olonga's timely clarification should alleviate any distress caused by the initial tweet. The news of Streak's apparent death had spread rapidly, causing distress among fans and fellow cricketers alike. Nonetheless, with Olonga's update, the cloud of uncertainty surrounding Streak's well-being has been lifted._Agencies.