PERTH: Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting was taken to hospital today after suffering a heart problem while commentating during Day 3 of Australia’s first test against West Indies at Perth Stadium, reports in Australian media said.
According to the reports, Ponting left Perth Stadium around lunchtime after feeling unwell.
The 47-year-old is part of the Seven Network’s commentary team for Australia’s two-test home series against West Indies.
“Ricky Ponting is unwell and will not be providing commentary for the remainder of today’s coverage,” a spokesman for broadcaster Channel 7 said in a statement to Australian media.