Priya Punia

Somya Kapoor ∙ 18 May 2021

Priya Punia's mother passes away due to Covid-19

Indian women’s team player Priya Punia suffered a huge loss after her mother passed away due to COVID-19. Priya shared the news on her official social media handle. “Today I realized why you always told me to be strong. You knew that one day I would need the strength to bear the loss of yours. I miss you so mom! No matter the distance I know you are always there with me. My guiding star, my mom. Love you always. Some truths in life are hard to accept. Your memories will never be forgotten! Rest In Peace Mom. Please follow the rules and take precautions. This virus is very dangerous. Wear a mask, maintain social distancing, stay safe and stay strong,” wrote Punia on her IG handle. Earlier, another Indian women’s team cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy lost her mother and sister after both of them succumbed to Covid-19. Punia was named in the Indian squad which is scheduled to play a one-off Test and three-match ODI series against England away from home. The side would be led by Mithali Raj. The Test match is slated to begin on June 16 in Bristol while the ODI series starts from June 27 at the same venue. The remaining two ODIs will be played on June 30th and July 3rd in Taunton and Worcester respectively.