Indian cricket fraternity mourns the demise of Australian spin legend Shane Warne

Shane Warne passed away of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52.

By Salman Anjum - 04 Mar, 2022

Widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers to have played the game, Australian legend Shane Warne on Friday (March 4) passed away of a suspected heart attack.

In a brief statement, Warne’s management company confirmed that the 52-year-old passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand.

“Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived,” the statement reads.

Warne played 145 Tests and 194 ODIs between 1992 and 2007 and claimed a total of 1001 wickets during his illustrious career. The spin wizard played a key role in Australia’s 1999 World Cup triumph.

After his international retirement, Shane Warne piled his trade in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and led Rajasthan Royals to a title win in the inaugural edition in 2008.

As soon as the tragic news came out, Indian cricket fraternity took to Twitter to mourn the demise and offered their condolences to Shane Warne’s family.

Here are the reactions:

I’m truly lost for words here, this is extremely sad. An absolute legend and champion of our game has left us. RIP Shane Warne….still can’t believe it
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) March 4, 2022

At loss of words to hear about the demise of our cricketing legend Shane Warne, he was always magical on the field. May peace be with you. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. #ShaneWarne ????
— Suresh Raina???????? (@ImRaina) March 4, 2022

Can feel my hands shaking as I type this out
The reason behind me opting for bowling leg spin
My inspiration my idol since childhood
RIP LEGEND ???????????? pic.twitter.com/Dgnz5BdRCt
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) March 4, 2022

Very few can match their attitude with raw talent. #ShaneWarne made bowling look like magic! RIP
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) March 4, 2022

Sad, speechless, and completely shocked. An incredible loss to cricket. I have no words. Thank you for everything you’ve done for the sport. Rest in Peace, Shane Warne. Sending my condolences to his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/wO7VenwVSD
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) March 4, 2022

The world will remember you... Rest in Peace #Legend pic.twitter.com/z08OHhFXsJ
— DK (@DineshKarthik) March 4, 2022

Oh gosh. Unbelievable. Gone too soon. Way too soon. R.I.P., Legend. World of cricket will be poorer in your absence. #ShaneWarne
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 4, 2022

Nooooooooooooooo can’t believe you are no more @ShaneWarne ???????? ???????????? RIP my HERO .. don’t wanna believe this .. totally shattered
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) March 4, 2022

Shocked to hear about Shane Warne's departure. Shared some wonderful years with him during the start of my career. Rest in peace, legend!
— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) March 4, 2022

Shane Warne was a crowd puller. Magician with the ball. Absolute legend of Australian cricket. First IPL winning captain. He will be missed, He will be remembered forever. #rip #shanewarne
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) March 4, 2022

Cannot believe it.
One of the greatest spinners, the man who made spin cool, superstar Shane Warne is no more.
Life is very fragile, but this is very difficult to fathom. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans all around the world. pic.twitter.com/f7FUzZBaYX
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) March 4, 2022

This is absolutely unbelievable. Shocked beyond words. A legend and one of the greatest players ever to grace the game..
Gone too soon... Condolences to his family and friends. https://t.co/UBjIayR5cW
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) March 4, 2022

Shocked beyond words. A legend of our game, an icon, and someone who revolutionised spin bowling. RIP Shane Warne. pic.twitter.com/4rjArGHpSp
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) March 4, 2022

RIP ???????????????? pic.twitter.com/MIcsBEjfL6
— Mohammad Shami (@MdShami11) March 4, 2022

Terribly saddened and shocked to hear the news that Shane Warne has passed away. The greatest spin bowler of all time. RIP ????
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) March 4, 2022

Absolutely shocked to hear about Shane Warne. A terrific statesman of our game. May God bless his soul and my condolences to his loved ones. ????????
— Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) March 4, 2022

Life is so fickle and unpredictable. I cannot process the passing of this great of our sport and also a person I got to know off the field. RIP #goat. Greatest to turn the cricket ball. pic.twitter.com/YtOkiBM53q
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 4, 2022

Lost for words. RIP Shane Warne. One of the greats of the game. Absolutely shocking news. Condolences to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/zEWP0tKSII
— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) March 4, 2022

It’s a sad day for world cricket. First the news of Rodney Marsh & now Shane Warne ???? Heartbreaking! I have fond memories of playing with Warne. He was the king of spin & a legend of the game who’s gone way before his time. RIP. You will be missed ???????? my condolences to his family
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) March 4, 2022

By Salman Anjum - 04 Mar, 2022

Indian cricket fraternity mourns the demise of Australian spin legend Shane Warne

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