The Australian cricket legend died at the age of 52. According to Fox News, he died of a heart attack.
According to Fox, a brief statement was released by his management that said he had died of a suspected heart attack.
The statement said that despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be resuscitated.
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The Australian cricketer is regarded as the greatest spinner to play the sport and he has .
The news of Warne passing away comes just hours after the death of Australia's former wicketkeeper, Rod Marsh. He passed away due to a heart attack as well. In fact, Warne's last tweet was the condolences he had expressed over this unfortunate news.Sad to hear the news that Rod Marsh has passed. He was a legend of our great game & an inspiration to so many young boys & girls. Rod cared deeply about cricket & gave so much-especially to Australia & England players. Sending lots & lots of love to Ros & the family. RIP mate
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) March 4, 2022
Since making his debut in 1992, Warne has played over 100 Tests for Australia, picking up . In his 194 appearances in the one-day game, he had 293 victims. He was named as one of Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Century, who claimed
As they all expressed their sympathies over the tragic news, sports personalities poured in on the social networking site.
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
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
Just heard the devastating news about legendary Shane Warne passing away. No words to describe how shocked & sad i am.What a legend. What a man. What a cricketer. pic.twitter.com/4C8veEBFWS
— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) 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(With inputs from agencies)
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