In Loving Memory of Mr. Arjun Menon
(Singapore Cricket Association Coach, 2015–2019)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Arjun Menon, a proud Singaporean who left us this morning.
He was the National Cricket Coach of Malawi.
Arjun Menon was a Singaporean cricket player and coach whose career reflected his unwavering dedication to the development of cricket, both at home and abroad. A passionate ambassador for Singapore cricket, he carried the Singapore flag with pride wherever he coached. And Malawi, where he passed on, was the beneficiary of his cricket contribution.
Arjun’s journey in cricket began at Saint Patrick’s School, where he first discovered his love for the game. A talented wicketkeeper, he went on to represent Singapore at youth level and made his senior debut against the United Arab Emirates in Malaysia. He played five senior matches for the national team before moving to Australia in 1999 to outside a degree.
Arjun’s coaching legacy was immense. He led national teams in Chile, Botswana, Indonesia, and Malawi, but always remained deeply connected to his roots and love for Singapore.
From 2015 to 2019, Arjun served in key coaching and development roles within the Singapore Cricket Association, including as Head Coach of the Singapore National Men’s Team.
His most memorable achievement came in 2017, when he led Singapore to a historic Gold Medal win in T20 cricket at the Southeast Asian Games, a moment of national pride that marked a new era for Singapore cricket.
Arjun helped lay the foundation for the national high-performance pathway, nurturing the next generation of Singaporean cricketers with commitment and heart.
In 2020, he was to Operations Manager for Cricket Malawi, later taking on coaching duties and guiding the national side at the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier A. Yet, even overseas, he remained a proud Singaporean, often crediting Singapore’s cricketing journey as the inspiration behind his global work.
Arjun was more than a coach; he was a mentor, leader, and an embodiment of Singaporean values of excellence, humility, and service. His legacy lives on in the players he shaped and the communities he uplifted across continents.
He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, players, and all who have the honor of knowing him.
Rest in peace, Arjun. Singapore is proud of you.
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