Black Day For Aussie Cricket; Legends Warne, Marsh No More

Adelaide: The cricket world lost legends Rod Marsh and Shane Warne inside 24 hours on Friday as former Australia wicketkeeper Marsh passed away aged 74, few hours before Shane Warne's demise.

Marsh had suffered a massive heart attack in Queensland last week and was in an induced coma at the Royal Adelaide Hospital until his death.

As one of the most popular and beloved members of the fabled Australian team of the 1970s and early 1980s, Marsh left an indelible impression on spectators with his athletic wicketkeeping and often brutal batting.

During his career, Marsh held both the Australian and Test wicketkeeping records for dismissals.

Shane Warne, one of cricket's all-time greats, has died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52 in Koh Samui, Thailand, while on holiday.

Incidentally, Warne had condoled Marsh's demise in a tweet this morning.

"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," he had posted.

Warne, who was chosen as one of Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Century, finished his career with 293 wickets in ODIs and 708 wickets in Tests, the most by a leg spinner in the format.

Affectionately known as 'Warnie', the cricketer will also be remembered for his leadership ability. After retiring from international cricket, he added to his legend with his instrumental role in Rajasthan Royals winning the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League in 2008.

Warne, who had a flamboyant personality both on and off the field, also found success as a commentator and was considered among the sharpest analysts of the game.

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