What was Timur Faizutdinov’s cause of death?

RUSSIAN ice hockey player Timur Faizutdinov tragically passed away on Tuesday, March 16, he was 19-years-old.

Faizutdinov was a defenseman for the Dynamo St. Petersburg's Junior Hockey Team.

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What was Timur Faizutdinov's cause of death?

Faizutdinov died three days after he was struck in the head by a puck on Friday, March 12.

The incident occurred during Dynamo St. Petersburg's clash against Loko Yaroslavl in Russia's Junior Hockey League.

The club and league announced the 19-year-old's death in a tweet on March 16.

"Dynamo Saint Petersburg defenseman Timur Faizutdinov has tragically passed away at the age of 19.

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"He had received a fatal head injury during an MHL match against Loko in Yaroslavl on March 12," the team tweeted.

"SKA Hockey Club extends its deepest condolences to Timur’s family and friends."

Faizutdinov was hit up high near his temple, where he immediately collapsed onto the ice with a team doctor rushing to his aid.

He was subsequently rushed to hospital in the city of Yaroslavl where medics tried to save his life.

Dynamo said upcoming games in competitions, including the Kontinental Hockey League, will begin with a minute’s silence for Faizutdinov.

What did the Russian Hockey League say about his death?

In a tweet, the Russian Hockey League announced the teens death saying, "19-year-old Dynamo Saint Petersburg defenseman Timur Faizutdinov has tragically passed away.

"He was in intensive care following a head injury sustained in an MHL match against Loko Yaroslavl on March 12.

"The RIHF extends its deepest condolences to Timur’s family and friends," the tweet concluded.

The tweet has amassed over 500 likes on Twitter.

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What are people saying on social media?

Tributes from fans have poured in for Faizutdinov, who was made club captain at the start of the season.

One supporter tweeted: "Heartfelt and sincere condolences to him and his family. He left us playing the game he loved and dedicated his life to playing."

Another supporter wrote, "Rest In Peace Timor. May your family find some comfort in their memories of you living your dream."

"Heartbroken for Timur’s family and teammates. Sending strength to all who are affected by this tragic loss #RIPTimurFaizutdinov#HockeyFamily," another supporter tweeted.

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Another person pointed out Faizutdinov's young age, saying, "So sad. Just a kid. He had a lot of shifts left to play in life. Rip."

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"Terrible news. Condolences to his family and friends. Hoping the player who shot the puck gets the support he may need as well. Tragic accident," wrote another supporter.

"RIP young man, so sad. Condolences to his family & friends," wrote a supporter.