Monday 30 March 2020 16:50, UK
Lancashire chairman David Hodgkiss has died at the age of 71 after contracting coronavirus.
Hodgkiss was appointed chairman in 2017 after almost two decades on Lancashire's board, during which he served as treasurer and vice-chairman.
"It is with great sadness that Lancashire Cricket announces the passing of its chairman; David Hodgkiss OBE," read a statement.
"He was much loved by everyone at Lancashire Cricket Club and respected throughout the cricketing world. Our sincere condolences and thoughts and prayers are with his family.
"A further statement will be released in due course but at this time we ask that everybody respects the family's privacy."
