Bangalore, July 3: Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid's father Sharad Dravid passed away in their residence around 4:15 pm in Bangalore on Wednesday, July 3.

79-year-old Sharad Dravid was a former employee of Kissan Jam. He survived by wife Pushpa Dravid and two sons -- Vijay and Rahul Dravid.

He had a heart surgery in 1996. However, reason(s) behind his sudden demise is not known yet. Sharad Dravid had played league cricket in Karnataka in early 70s.

Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Anil Kumble and Secretary Javagal Srinath expressed condolence to the grieving family members.

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