The cricket legend has also fetched the World Cup for his nation in 1999 and has been part of five Ashes-winning teams during his career.
The spin bowling legend was at the beginning of three months of summer off for working for Fox Cricket on the Ashes. “Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived,” read the brief statement released by Warne’s management to Australian media outlet Fox Sports.
“They were going to have a drink at 5pm or go and meet someone to go out and have a drink at 5pm, and Neo knocked on his door at 5.15 because Warnie is always on time” says the legend’s long-time friend and manager James Erskine.
“And he went in there and said ‘come on, you’re going to be late’ and then realised something was wrong.” Warne was given CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) followed by mouth to mouth for 20 minutes and then taken to hospital by ambulance, where he was suspected to have had a heart attack.
“Sad to hear the news that Rod Marsh has passed. He was a legend of our great game & 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,” Warne had condoled the demise of another Australian cricket, his fellow great, Rod Marsh in a tweet before his demise.
State funeral by Victoria has also been offered to the legend’s family.
Source: Medindia
