A host of former Australian team-mates and international stars have used social media to share their sympathies surrounding the tragic loss of Andrew Symonds
15 May, 2022
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Following the tragic news of the death of Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds, the cricketing world bid farewell to one of the most well-liked former stars.
A host of former Australian team-mates and international stars have used social media to share their sympathies surrounding the tragic loss of Andrew Symonds.
Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist and fast bowler Jason Gillespie - who both played alongside Symonds at the 2003 World Cup - expressed their dismay at the news.
Think of your most loyal, fun, loving friend who would do anything for you. That’s Roy. đđ
— Adam Gilchrist (@gilly381) May 15, 2022
Horrendous news to wake up to.
— Jason Gillespie đą (@dizzy259) May 14, 2022
Utterly devastated. We are all gonna miss you mate.âšī¸ #RIPRoy
Heartbreaking. Aussie cricket losing another hero.
— Michael Bevan (@mbevan12) May 15, 2022
Stunned. Co-team members 2003 World Cup. Amazing talent.
RIP SIMMO đĨ
Look after yourself up there great man, I am đ, loved him so much and our thoughts are with the family at this time. Hug your loved ones xx #RIPRoy pic.twitter.com/1nWupFBqOK
— Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) May 15, 2022
Can’t believe what I’ve just woken up to đ
— Glenn Maxwell (@Gmaxi_32) May 15, 2022
Thinking of his family, his teammates and everyone in the cricket community. We’ve lost another one of our hero’s #RIPRoy
Vale Andrew Symonds.
— Cricket Australia (@CricketAus) May 15, 2022
We are shocked and saddened by the loss of the loveable Queenslander, who has tragically passed away at the age of 46. pic.twitter.com/ZAn8lllskK
Pakistan star Shoaib Akhtar was one of the first international players to share his thoughts.
Devastated to hear about Andrew Symonds passing away in a car crash in Australia. We shared a great relationship on & off the field. Thoughts & prayers with the family. #AndrewSymonds pic.twitter.com/QMZMCwLdZs
— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) May 14, 2022
Andrew Symond’s demise is shocking news for all of us to absorb. Not only was he a brilliant all-rounder, but also a live-wire on the field. I have fond memories of the time we spent together in Mumbai Indians.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) May 15, 2022
May his soul rest in peace, condolences to his family & friends. pic.twitter.com/QnUTEZBbsD
Shocking news to wake up to here in India. Rest in peace my dear friend. Such tragic news đđĨ˛ pic.twitter.com/pBWEqVO6IY
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) May 15, 2022
So sad to hear the news this morning… great competitor who was so much fun off the field. RIP Symo !! đđģ pic.twitter.com/l6MxpMZwGD
— Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) May 15, 2022
Shocking and saddening to hear of Andrew Symonds passing. May his soul RIP and God give strength to his family in this difficult moment. đđģ
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 15, 2022
đđđ #riproy #RIPSymonds This was exactly 3months ago in Canberra pic.twitter.com/5EfWeHSOn9
— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) May 15, 2022
Very sad and shocking news of Andrew Symonds. Condolences to his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/BdBnXWKrwY
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) May 15, 2022
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