The death of Shane Warne, Australia’s best leg-spinner, has shocked the cricket world, especially Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan.
PM Khan, a flamboyant all-rounder of his generation, conveyed his heartfelt sorrow and grief over the demise of Warne, who died at the age of 52 after a suspected cardiac attack on Friday.
“Saddened to learn of the sudden passing of cricketer Shane Warne, a bowling genius who took the art of leg spin to new heights.” the PM posted on Twitter.
Saddened to learn of the sudden passing of cricketer Shane Warne, a bowling genius who took the art of leg spin to new heights. He will be missed across the cricketing world.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) March 5, 2022
Shane Warne, who represented Australia from 1992 to 2007, passed away due to cardiac arrest at the age of 52 in Thailand. The PM cricketer-turned-politician, who led Pakistan to the 1992 World Cup triumph, earlier condoled the death of legendary Aussie player Rod Marsh.
Saddened to learn of the passing of Rodney Marsh who was Australia's legendary wicket keeper. During my cricketing career I remember him being not just a great cricketer but one who was respected by both his own team and his opponents.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) March 4, 2022
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