#RIPShaneWarne: Tributes pour in for Shane Warne
What's the story
In a piece of unfortunate news, legendary Australian cricketer, Shane Warne died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52.
As per a statement by Warne's management, the cricketer was found unresponsive in his villa in Thailand.
This news has come as a shock to the cricket fraternity who mourned the death of the greatest leg-spinner of all time.
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A look at Warne's career
Former Australian leg-spinner, Warne, represented Australia in 145 Tests and 194 ODIs between 1992 and 2007.
He went on to take a record 708 wickets in Test cricket at an incredible average of 25.41.
The formidable tally includes 37 five-wicket hauls and 10 hauls of 10 wickets.
He had picked up 293 wickets in ODIs as well.
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The man who made spin cool is no more!
Cannot believe it.
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) March 4, 2022
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
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An absolute legend of our game left us too soon
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
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The magic will remain forever
I am in agony. Grief. And have no words. I was lucky enough to know him well. The magic will stay forever. #ShaneWarne #GreatestOfHisKind. In disbelief.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 4, 2022
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Rahane remembers his time with the legend
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