UCBSA pays tribute to the late Walter Sisulu

The United Cricket Board of South Africa extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the late Mr Walter Sisulu, who passed away peacefully yesterday shortly before his 91st birthday.

Mr Sisulu was highly revered by the UCBSA as a person who dedicated his life for a struggle that ultimately brought freedom to all South Africans.

His sacrifices, vision and strength were vital contributions that made it possible for South Africans to become part of the world family of cricket, and to be in a position to host the ICC Cricket World Cup 2003.

All cricket-loving people, and indeed, all South Africans, owe an everlasting debt of gratitude to Mr Sisulu, who rose from humble beginnings to the leadership that chartered a new course of South African and world history by defeating racial tyranny against all the odds.

Mr Sisulu's humility, courage and commitment to non-racial democracy remain a beacon for us and the generations to come.

Gerald Majola
Chief Executive Officer
United Cricket Board of South Africa