Jeff Crowe's poignant tribute to Martin Crowe

Jeff Crowe watches over the India vs UAE toss, salutes younger brother’s picture on giant screen

Kiwi cricket legend Martin Crowe passed away on Thursday after a prolonged battle with cancer, but his brother Jeff Crowe was not among the family members who made the announcement ‘with heavy hearts’ from New Zealand. Instead, Jeff was fulfilling his duties as an ICC match referee in the India vs UAE match in the ongoing Asia Cup.

Less than twelve hours had passed between Martin’s passing away and Jeff’s immense show of resilience and professionalism. All the players wore black armbands as a mark of sorrow, and there was a minute’s silence observed as the two teams lined up before the match.

In what was a touching gesture which lasted a moment, Jeff saluted the picture of his younger brother being flashed on the giant screen, otherwise carrying on with his regular duties like officiating over the toss.

This is how Twitter reacted to the moment, in awe of Jeff’s strength:

Both brothers are former New Zealand international cricketers – Jeff made his debut in 1983, while Martin, who was four years younger to him, made his debut in 1982. Jeff played in 39 Tests in what was a very successful period for the Kiwi side, but it was younger brother Martin who achieved legendary status over 77 Tests and 143 ODIs.

His 17 Test centuries remains a New Zealand record and he even led the Black Caps to the semi-finals of the 1992 World Cup.

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