AS the local cricket fraternity continues to mourn the loss of former cricket administrator, Anil Persaud, many organisations have expressed their grief at the loss to the sport of cricket.

Among the latest bodies to openly share their sentiments are the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Incorporated (GSCL) and the Enterprise Legends Cricket team.
Throughout his life, local cricket administrator, Anil Persaud, had touched many persons especially in the field of cricket.

As a cricket organiser, coach and selector, Persaud’s responsibilities were endless but, for the love of the game, the former resident of Enmore, East Coast Demerara, still found time to have some fun on the field of play, at least at the softball level.

For two consecutive years, Persaud participated in the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Incorporated -organized Prime Minister’s T20 Softball Cup with distinction. In 2018, he turned out for the Enterprise Legends while in 2019, he suited up for the visiting Tropical Springs Masters.

A release from the GSCL stated: “Cricket has lost a fighter, he did it all for cricket, for the love of the sport. He was a true all-rounder, a champion. He will be missed. May his humble soul be granted eternal peace.”

Meanwhile, his former Enterprise Legends teammates have also shared their sentiments. “His passing shocked us in the team and in cricket generally. He was very reliable and passionate. He was more than a teammate to us; he was our friend and brother.
Cricket will miss him. On behalf of all of us at Enterprise Busta Cricket Club, Enterprise Legends and our families, I would like to express our condolences to his wife, Sunita, and his children, Rejane and Renuka. May his soul rest in peace.”

Persaud who passed away suddenly last Wednesday July 1 at the age of 48 years old was at the time the serving Assistant Secretary of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB)and member of the Enmore Community Centre Cricket Club.

Additionally, he was very visible on match days at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence where he did his best to ensure the ultimate fan experience. He was the true cricket all-rounder. His funeral is set for Sunday July 5.