Australian cricketer Shane Warne leaves us, reports share it might be heart attack

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The 52-year old Australian cricketer Warne was one of the best bowlers in the history of the sport.

The management company of the second best wicket-taker in test matches confirms the death today.

“It is with great sadness we advise that Shane Keith Warne passed away of a suspected heart attack in Koh Samui, Thailand today, Friday 4th March,” the statement read.

“Shane was found unresponsive in his Villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived. The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course,” it added.

Warne, played 145 Tests and 194 ODIs between 1992 and 2007 and got a combined 1001 wickets in his professional journey.

A member of Australia’s 1999 ODI World Cup winning squad, Warne also contributed in the team’s five Ashes title wins between 1993 and 2003.

After retirement, Warne became the coach and captain of IPL team Rajasthan Royals and helped them win the inaugural season of Indian Premier League in 2008.

  1. After this sad news comes into light, the internet is filled with comments and sad words about this inspiring sportspersons.