Lawrence made his debut in 1988 as the first Black man born in Britain to represent England in Test cricket. However, his international career ended in 1992, when he suffered a devastating knee injury during a Test match in Wellington. He was named an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours in 2025.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) expressed condolences on social media following the death of David 'Syd' Lawrence. On X, the board said it was deeply saddened by his passing and extended its sympathies to Lawrence’s family and friends during this difficult time.
Everyone at the ECB is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of David 'Syd' Lawrence MBE. All of our thoughts are with David's family and friends during this difficult time.
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 22, 2025David Lawrence Represented England in Five Tests and One ODI
The former cricketer was one of the fastest bowlers of his era. He took 515 wickets in 185 First-Class matches and added 155 more to his tally in 115 List A games.
David Lawrence Diagnosed With Motor Neurone Disease in June 2024
David Lawrence was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a terminal neurological illness that gradually weakens the muscles by affecting the nerves that control them, in June 2024.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dave Lawrence MBE following his brave battle with motor neurone disease,” read a statement from his family.
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