Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Indian-origin cricketer's family faces financial strain after his death
A man named Nitin Murkute, who was playing cricket in the US, sadly passed away.
He was 41 years old and had a wife and two kids.
Just before he died, he had bought a house for his family, but now they are having a hard time because he was the one who earned money for the family.
His wife is on a special visa that doesn't let her work, so they are struggling with money.
His friends and teammates started a fundraiser to help his family with expenses like the funeral, living costs, and his kids' education.
They have raised a lot of money, but the family still has a tough time ahead.
Nitin Murkute, a 41-year-old Indian-origin cricketer, died while playing a league match in North Carolina, US.
He is survived by his wife Rashmi, son Arnav (14), and daughter Aarna (9).
A GoFundMe campaign has raised $216,779 to support the family, covering funeral expenses, living costs, and education for the children.
Rashmi is on an H-4 visa, which does not allow her to work, adding to the family's financial strain.
The family faces immigration challenges, as the death of the primary visa holder may affect their legal status in the US.
- Who
- Nitin Murkute, an Indian-origin cricketer, and his family
- What
- Nitin Murkute died while playing cricket, leaving his family in financial strain
- When
- December 13
- Where
- North Carolina, US
- Why
- Nitin was the primary income earner, and his wife is on an H-4 visa, which does not allow her to work
- Name
- Nitin Murkute
- Age
- 41
- Location of Incident
- North Carolina, US
- Fundraiser Goal
- $250,000
- Fundraiser Raised
- $216,779 (87% of goal)
- Visa Status of Wife
- H-4 visa (non-working)
- Children
- Arnav (14), Aarna (9)