Cricket legend Shane Warne dies at 52

Warne’s management released a brief press statement just a while ago that he passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand, following a heart attack, Fox Sports reported.

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Cricket legend Shane Warne dies at 52

Australian cricket legend and the greatest leg-spinner of the world Shane Warne, has died, aged 52 due to massive cardiac arrest.

Warne’s management released a brief press statement just a while ago that he passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand, following a heart attack, Fox Sports reported.

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

The sudden demise of the great leg spinner of all times shocks the Cricket world. Condolence messages are poured in for the sad demise of spin legend.  Cricketers across the globe, demise to great leg spinner is great loss to the Cricket. 

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar tweeted that "Shocked, stunned & miserable… Will miss you Warnie. There was never a dull moment with you around, on or off the field. Will always treasure our on field duels & off field banter. You always had a special place for India & Indians had a special place for you. Gone too young!"

In his illustrious career over a span of almost 15 years, Shane Warne had the opportunity to lead the Australian Cricket Team too. One of his fiercest rivalries was against none other than the God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar. Warne had mentioned that he saw dreams of Sachin smashing him all over the park.

“The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course.”

The news is the second devastating blow for Australian cricket within 24 hours with fellow great, Rod Marsh, also dying on Friday having suffered a major heart attack last week.

Affectionately known as ‘Warnie’ and adored by millions across the globe, Warne is considered by many as the greatest bowler to ever play the game.

His stellar international career spanned across 15 years and saw him take 708 Test wickets — the most ever for an Australian, and the second-most of all time behind only Muttiah Muralitharan.

Widely regarded as the greatest spinner to play the sport, the Australian cricketer had played 145 Tests and has 708 wickets in his name.

Shane Warne is widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers to have played the game, having retired as Test cricket’s second-most prolific wicket-taker.

An iconic name in international cricket, Warne, since making his debut in 1992, played 145 Tests for Australia, picking up 708 wickets. In his 194 ODI appearances, Warne Pared 293 scalps. He was also named as one of Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Century who claimed 708 Test Wickets in a 15-year career between 1992 and 2007.

Warne was named as one of Wisden’s Five Cricketers of the Century, claimed 708 Test wickets in a 15-year career between 1992 and 2007. He was also a World Cup winner with Australia in 1999.

After finishing off with his game on the field, Warne had an illustrious career in commentary too wherein he commentated in some of the most prestigious tournaments and series including the Ashes, the ICC 2019 Cricket World Cup, and the ICC 2021 T20 World Cup. One of the greats of the game, Warne will always be remembered for his flamboyancy throughout his playing days.

His best in a Test innings came against England – in 1994 in Brisbane – when he bagged 8 for 71.One of his finest performances in Test cricket also came against England when he ended the iconic 2005 series with 40 wickets and the Player of the series award.

The legspinner carved a storied career during his time playing for Australia and was affectionately called ‘Warnie’.

He remained a popular figure post-retirement, forging a successful broadcasting career as a commentator and expert.

Post-retirement, Warne famously guided Rajasthan Royals to a fairy-tale title win in the inaugural season of Indian Premier League in 2008 as their captain and coach.

Tributes from sports personalities poured in on Twitter, as they all expressed their condolences over the tragic news.