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Eight great moments in the career of legspinner Shane Warne

Warne was the ultimate showman

Shane Warne: A cricketing genius who lived a life of 'no regrets'

To say Warne was no stranger to controversy is as banal as observing that he was a superlative cricketer

Ponting condoles Warne's demise, says spinner gave him nickname 'Punter'

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting on Saturday condoled the demise of spinner Shane Warne, calling him the best bowler he ever played with or against.

Warne lived more in his life than most people would do in 20: Glenn McGrath

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath on Saturday condoled the demise of legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne.Warne, 52, passed away on Friday due to a suspected heart attack."Just absolutely devastated today. Warnie was larger than life. I thought nothing could ever happen to him. He lived more in his life than most people would live in 20. He was the ultimate competitor. He thought the game was never lost, that he could turn it around & bring us to victory, which he did so many times," wrote McGrath on Instagram."I think he lived his life the same way. There seemed to be never a dull moment. He was a great mate & a loving father. He loved his kids so much & my thoughts are with Brooke, Jackson & Summer. My thoughts are also with Keith, Bridgette & Jason. Rest In Peace my good mate, there'll never again be anyone like you," he added.McGrath and Warne had retired from Test cricket after the fifth Ashes Test in 2007. The duo is recognised as one of the most ...

Was privilege to play alongside you: Steve Waugh condoles Warne's demise

Steve Waugh on Saturday condoled the demise of spinner Shane Warne, who passed away aged 52 due to suspected heart attack.

Great Southern Stand at Melbourne Cricket Ground to be renamed after Warne

The Great Southern Stand at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will be renamed after the SK Warne Stand as soon as possible.

Warne once-in-a-century cricketer, achievements will stand forever: Cummins

Australian cricket, along with the entire cricketing world, is in a state of shock at the loss of Shane Warne, a true cricketing genius, who died aged 52.Australia men's Test captain Pat Cummins said: "On behalf of the entire playing group and support staff here in Pakistan, I want to express our shock and sadness over Shane's sudden passing. We are all numbed by the news. Shane was a once-in-a-century cricketer and his achievements will stand for all time, but apart from the wickets he took and the games he helped Australia win, what he did was draw so many people to the sport.""So many of us in the playing group grew up idolising him and fell in love with this great sport as a result, while many of our support staff either played with him or against him. It has been a terrible couple of days for Australian cricket with the passing of Rod Marsh and now Shane," he added.Shane Warne is one of the most influential cricketers in history. He almost single-handedly reinvented the art of ...

Warne changed landscape of cricket by reviving leg-spin, says ICC CEO

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed sadness at the sudden passing away of legendary Australian leg-spinner, Shane Warne, at the age of 52.In a statement, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed shock and sadness at Warne's demise and said his impact on and off the field would be remembered for generations."I was stunned to hear the news of Shane's passing away. He was a true legend of the game, who changed the landscape of cricket by reviving the art of leg-spin. His larger-than-life personality, extraordinary skill and immense cricketing intellect ensured fans were glued to their seats whenever he was involved in a game," he said."His contribution off the field was also remarkable, where he shared his time and experiences so generously with young players, especially up and coming leg-spinners. He also established a successful career in the commentary box, where his insightful and forthright views on the game made him one of the first-choice commentators for ...

Shane Warne: He took the world for a spin and world loved him back

His battles with Sachin Tendulkar during the 1998 series in India will remain a part of cricketing folklore

Australian cricket legend Shane Warne passes away at 52

Australian spin legend has died in Thailand, his management tells Australian media in a statement

World cricket fraternity shell shocked by Shane Warne's untimely death

The cricket fraternity across the globe was shell shocked by the sudden demise of Australian spin legend Shane Warne, who died at the age of 52 due to suspected heart attack in Thailand on Friday. Past and present superstars of world cricket paid rich tributes to Warne, one of the all-time greats of the game who redefined spin bowling, with Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar saying that he had "gone too young." Warne's management released a brief statement to the Australian media, saying that he passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand and the reason could be a suspected heart attack. He was 52. He is survived by two daughters and a son. "Shocked, stunned & miserable Will miss you Warnie," Tendulkar, whose rivalry with Warne was stuff of legend, said. "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!" ...

Warne suggests big changes in England playing XI; tweet goes viral

Shane Warne has said England have a lot of catching up to do if they want to reclaim the Ashes, and will have to completely overhaul their bowling department ahead of the traditional Boxing Day Test

Shane Warne not amused with Steve Smith's return to leadership role

Australian spin wizard Shane Warne is not amused with the fact that while former captain Steve Smith can return to the leadership role

Time is right to make Pat Cummins Australia's next Test captain, says Warne

Spin legend Shane Warne has backed Pat Cummins to be Australia's next Test captain, saying the time is right for the pace spearhead to take over the role from Tim Paine

'Long live Test cricket while we have Kohli': Warne after India's Oval win

Spin legend Shane Warne has heaped praises on Virat Kohli, saying he has instilled self-belief in his team and hoped that the Indian skipper continues to play for a long time

Australian cricket great Shane Warne tests positive for coronavirus

Cricket great Shane Warne was absent from London Spirit's clash with Southern Brave in The Hundred competition after testing positive for COVID-19.

Thinking of my Indian friends at this horrific times of Covid-19: Warne

Former Australian spin wizard Shane Warne expressed concern over the rising cases of coronavirus in India amid the rampant second wave in the country

No one said a word when India had no chance: Warne shuts up Vaughan

It all started with a tweet by Vaughan after the England innings began to crumble in reply to India's first-innings total of 329 all out

IND vs ENG 1st Test: Shane Warne slams England's approach on Day 4

Former Australia spinner Shane Warne wasn't impressed with England's approach in the third and final session on day four of the first Test against India on Monday.

Shane Warne flays into current bowlers for giving up without a fight

Ripping apart the argument that cricket has become too batsmen friendly, spin legend Shane Warne has expressed his disappointment at the current bowlers' lack of willingness to hone their skills