Graham Thorpe, the former England cricketer who passed away on August 5, 2023, at the age of 49, took his own life, his family has revealed.
Thorpe’s wife, Amanda, told The Times that her husband had been suffering from depression and anxiety in recent years. “He was so unwell in recent times and he really did believe that we would be better off without him,” she said. “We are devastated that he acted on that and took his own life.”
Thorpe, who played 100 Test matches for England, was a highly respected figure in the cricket world. He was known for his elegant batting and his ability to score runs in all conditions. He also played 82 One-Day Internationals for England, scoring 2,380 runs.
After retiring from playing, Thorpe worked as a coach for England and Surrey. He was widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the world and helped to develop some of England’s most talented young players.
Thorpe’s death has sent shockwaves through the cricket community. He was a popular figure among fans and players alike, and his loss will be deeply felt.
In a statement, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said: “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Graham Thorpe. Graham was a fine cricketer and a wonderful ambassador for the game. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.”
Thorpe’s family has asked for privacy at this difficult time. They have also set up a JustGiving page to raise money for the mental health charity Mind.
