New Delhi: Considered as one of the all-time greats of international cricket, Shane Warne breathed his last on March 4. The legendary player is suspected to have died due to a heart attack at the age of 52.
Fox News issued a brief statement confirming the demise of the spinner in Thailand of a suspected heart attack. “Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived,” the statement read. “The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course.”
Warne was named as one of Wisden’s Five Cricketers of the Century, who procured 708 Tests wickets in a 15-year-old career for Australia between 1992 and 2007 and was also a World Cup winner in 1999. He was regarded as the greatest spinner to play the sport has played 145 Tests in this lifetime.
The news of his demise comes after the death of Australia’s former wicketkeeper, Rod Marsh. Moreover, in his last tweet, Warne’s expressed his condolences over the unfortunate news. See the tweet here:
Sad to hear the news that Rod Marsh has passed. He was a legend of our great game & an inspiration to so many young boys & girls. Rod cared deeply about cricket & gave so much-especially to Australia & England players. Sending lots & lots of love to Ros & the family. RIP mate❤️
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) March 4, 2022
People around the world have been shocked by the sudden demise of the legend of international cricket. Netizens have been pouring in tributes and condolences over the tragic news. Here’s how netizens and fans are reacting:
Such a cruel turn! RIP Shane Warne! #ShaneWarne pic.twitter.com/0U9dLsugE0
— Satish Acharya (@satishacharya) March 4, 2022
An irreplaceable loss for world cricket! ?
Rest in Peace, Legend. ?#GoneTooSoon #ShaneWarne pic.twitter.com/1Euy2Rp9lp— Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) March 4, 2022
Shocked to learn about the sudden demise of Australian spin legend #ShaneWarne. Can’t avoid but say ‘Gone too soon’. I convey my deepest condolences to his family, fans and cricket fraternity who mourn the loss of a true genius.
– The Honourable Chief Minister @mkstalin pic.twitter.com/yQBgc1UhKn
— CMOTamilNadu (@CMOTamilnadu) March 4, 2022
Very shocking news. One of the best bowlers of all time ‘The Legend’ #ShaneWarne is no more.? pic.twitter.com/J9B4O2AkLA
— Awanish Sharan (@AwanishSharan) March 4, 2022
I can’t believe it, lost for words, you were a big part of why I fell in love with cricket ? #ShaneWarne pic.twitter.com/XzXVn0GQlm
— Dan (@danjadz_) March 4, 2022
He sent an entire generation of cricket lovers around the world into a tizzy with his spin.
Cricket has lost one of its greatest icons. Deepest condolences to his family and friends. Well played #ShaneWarne. Rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/7nhOsO6J7p
— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) March 4, 2022
Shane warne we always love you
Your memories will never be forgotten ✨ may your soul rest in peace.#TheLegend#Australia #RestInPeace pic.twitter.com/DWNKmtmxJ8— Adarsh Makraiya (@MakraiyaAdarsh) March 4, 2022
One of the greatest cricketers ever to live.
Australia’s cricketing genius.Rest in power legend. ?
Gone too soon.? pic.twitter.com/gQJDMZNsp0— Vivek Vasudevan (@the_viveeknd) March 4, 2022
Saddest news on internet ?
Our legend is no more ??
RIP?#Australia pic.twitter.com/0ADAHup6xz— Abdullah Zia (@OYEABDULLAAH) March 4, 2022
RIP Legend.
Most of us cricket fans have imitated his bowling action in childhood.
One of the greatest ever to grace the game.
The best captain Australia never had. pic.twitter.com/g4v8JaSc0a
— KD (@ChhotiGoldFlake) March 4, 2022
Black day for #Australia pic.twitter.com/spjGa3EkfA
— Muhammad Ahsan (@Muhamma28087094) March 4, 2022
REST IN PEACE SHANE WARNE ? #ShaneWarne #Australiapic.twitter.com/FFnpzPylfn
— Sachin Since 1998 (@YashFanSachin) March 4, 2022
Rest In Peace legend #Shane #Warne #Cricket #shanewarne #Australia pic.twitter.com/KTDM0uKhnh
— Ankit (@Ankit19457199) March 4, 2022
Goodness me, this was his last tweet. Two of Australia’s cricketing greats in the space of a few hours. So sad. https://t.co/sWFGDh7My7
— Gary Lineker ?? (@GaryLineker) March 4, 2022
Simply can’t believe.
RIP Shane Warne, one of the game’s best characters and finest bowlers.#ShaneWarne #Aussies #Australia #Cricket pic.twitter.com/EehCoMP6xu
— Aasif Iqbaal Ovee (@BeingOvee) March 4, 2022
