A statement from the club said, "Gloucestershire Cricket is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our Club President, David 'Syd' Lawrence MBE, at the age of 61. In his final year, Syd faced Motor Neurone Disease with the same courage and determination that defined his cricketing life.
London [UK], April 20 (ANI): Former England pacer David Lawrence has been appointed as the Gloucestershire's first Black president, in the club's 152-year history.