Chris Cairns played cricket for New Zealand between 1989 and 2006. Photo: Getty ImagesFormer Black Cap Chris Cairns has reportedly collapsed in Australia and is on life support. It is understood Cairns suffered a major medical emergency - an aortic dissection - in Canberra last week. Cairns (51), the son of Black Cap legend Lance Cairns, was a right-hand batsman and fast-medium bowler. Cairns has been living and working in Canberra with his wife Mel and their children for several years.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 10, 2021 07:11 UTC