Australian cricket fraternity pays rich tribute to Shane Warne as Spin King passes away at 52

Shane Warne represented Australia in 145 Tests and 194 ODIs.

By Salman Anjum - 05 Mar, 2022

Widely deemed as the greatest spin bowler to have played the game, Australian legend Shane Warne on Friday (March 4) died of a suspected heart attack. He was 52.

Warne was found unresponsive in his villa in Thailand and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived.

Shane Warne represented Australia in 145 Tests, claiming 708 wickets at an average of 25.42 with 37 five-wicket hauls.

He also picked up 293 wickets in 194 ODIs and was part of Australia’s triumphant 1999 World Cup team.

Following the international retirement, Warne showed his leadership credentials in the Indian Premier League (IPL), guiding Rajasthan Royals (RR) to the title in the inaugural season in 2008.

After the heartbreaking news broke out, Australian cricket fraternity paid their rich tribute to Shane Warne and offered their condolences to his family.

Here are the reactions:

Numb. The highlight of my cricketing career was to keep wicket to Warnie. Best seat in the house to watch the maestro at work. Have often felt a tad selfish, that Heals and I pretty much exclusively are the only ones who had that thrill and pleasure at Test level. Rip Warnie.????????
— Adam Gilchrist (@gilly381) March 4, 2022

Hard to fathom. We all idolised Warnie growing up for his showmanship, will to win from any position and his incredible skill. Players all over the world owe him so much for what he has brought to cricket. He had a huge affect on all he met. He transcended cricket.

RIP King pic.twitter.com/614NRwq4wm
— Pat Cummins (@patcummins30) March 4, 2022

No words can describe, Warnie was beyond the stars. A once in a lifetime entertainer, made our game magical. #RIP #ShaneWarne
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) March 4, 2022

Just been stung by a wrong'un coz The King has put the flipper through the pearly gates too early. He lived life to the fullest, and left enough sunshine for me to stand in his shadow. #GreatestEverWarnie
Stumped, Hoggy pic.twitter.com/wgpKOo6nXn
— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) March 4, 2022

Two legends of our game have left us too soon. I’m lost for words, and this is extremely sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Marsh and Warne family. I just can not believe it. #rip, you will both be missed https://t.co/gduLY9bIwg
— David Warner (@davidwarner31) March 4, 2022

This just unfathomable to lose another great of our cricket family. Warnie was the ultimate entertainer on and off the field, never a dull moment who lived life to the fullest.Deepest condolences to his loved ones.
RIP mate.
— Mark Waugh (@juniorwaugh349) March 4, 2022

I am numb!!! My hero, my mentor, my great friend, Shane Warne is no longer with us. Warnie, the impact you had on this great game and everyone around it is immeasurable. Thank you for being so bloody good to me. I am going to miss you so much. Rest In Peace SK ????????
— Shane Watson (@ShaneRWatson33) March 4, 2022

Devastated.????
RIP mate.
Diz.
— Jason Gillespie ???? (@dizzy259) March 4, 2022

Can’t believe it ????
The greatest bowler to play the game ever ! The RockStar of cricket ! Gone too soon.
RIP mate ???? pic.twitter.com/SNAGISCmIz
— Brett Lee (@BrettLee_58) March 4, 2022

...someone who would be there for you when you needed him and always put his mates first.

The greatest bowler I ever played with or against.

RIP King. My thoughts are with Keith, Bridgette, Jason, Brooke, Jackson and Summer. pic.twitter.com/sxhUAf6kzB
— Ricky Ponting AO (@RickyPonting) March 5, 2022

RIP Warnie???? God only made one model of you my friend. #warnie #baggygreen #kingofspin pic.twitter.com/qIcgo6jEke
— Matthew Hayden AM (@HaydosTweets) March 5, 2022

Shocked and saddened at the news. Warnie did so much for the game of cricket, and will be forever remembered for everything he did not only on the field but off it too. Rest In Peace ???? pic.twitter.com/jyqMYw9klT
— Marnus Labuschagne (@marnus3cricket) March 5, 2022

RIP the king. Made generations of young kids want to bowl spin. #23 sad day, sad loss https://t.co/W8vzQyxNkF
— Brad Hodge (@bradhodge007) March 4, 2022

Way way to young. Devastating news with the passing of SK Warne. Once in a lifetime cricketer. Charisma, leg spinner with a fast bowlers mentality.
Hollywood type lifestyle
Thoughts and condolences to the whole Warne family #RipWarney
— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) March 4, 2022

???? and shocked…absolutely shattered that we have lost one of the great sportsman and friends! The impact you had runs a lot deeper than cricket. You will be forever missed King!
— Aaron Finch (@AaronFinch5) March 4, 2022

By Salman Anjum - 05 Mar, 2022

Australian cricket fraternity pays rich tribute to Shane Warne as Spin King passes away at 52

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