Shane Warne
Cricketer, coach, and sportscaster
Born
September 13th, 1969
56 years ago
Died
March 4th, 2022
3 years ago — 52 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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An Australian cricketer and coach, played primarily as a leg-spin bowler. Warne represented Australia in Test and One Day International cricket from 1992 to 2007, earning a reputation as one of the greatest bowlers in the sport. He was instrumental in bringing cricket to a wider audience and popularizing the art of spin bowling. After retiring from playing, Warne transitioned into coaching and sportscasting, contributing to cricket coverage and analyses. His charismatic personality made him a distinctive figure in the sports media landscape.
Taking 708 Test wickets, a record at retirement
Leading Australia to victory in the 1999 Cricket World Cup
Playing for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League, winning the inaugural season in 2008
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