Shane Warne’s family and friends bid farewell to him in a private funeral

Shane Warne passed away at the age of 52.

Legendary Australian cricketer Shane Warne’s family and friends including former teammates bid an emotional farewell to him in a private funeral in his hometown of Melbourne. This included Warne’s Jackson, Brooke, and Summer, along with his parents Keith and Brigette, who were joined by about 80 guests to say their final goodbyes on Sunday.

Shane Warne passed away at the age of 52 on March 4 in Thailand of a heart attack while on vacation with friends.

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The gathering featured retired Australian Test captains Mark Taylor, Allan Border, and Michael Clarke along with former England skipper Michael Vaughan. Bowling greats Merv Hughes and Glenn McGrath and long-time Warne teammates Mark Waugh and Ian Healy were also there.

Close friend Eddie McGuire delivered the eulogy at the service that was held in Moorabbin in recognition of Warne's lifelong association with the St Kilda Football Club.

A pair of St Kilda scarves were draped across Warne's coffin as well.

A state memorial will take place at the MCG on March 30, where the wider public will be able to pay their respects. The ground's Great Southern Stand will also be renamed in Warne's honor.

(AP inputs)