Andrew Symonds' Death: Cricket fraternity mourns the demise of Australia legend

Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist and fast bowler Jason Gillespie - who both played alongside Andrew Symonds at the 2003 World Cup - expressed their dismay at the news.

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Former Australia cricketer Andrew Symonds died in a car crash on Saturday night. Symonds, who was 46-year-old was involved in a single-car crash, according to Queensland police. The accident is under investigation. 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. 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.

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.

May his soul rest in peace, condolences to his family & friends. pic.twitter.com/QnUTEZBbsD

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) May 15, 2022

This really hurts. #roy #rip

— Adam Gilchrist (@gilly381) May 14, 2022

Think of your most loyal, fun, loving friend who would do anything for you. That's Roy.

— Adam Gilchrist (@gilly381) May 15, 2022

Horrendous news to wake up to.
Utterly devastated. We are all gonna miss you mate. #RIPRoy

— Jason Gillespie (@dizzy259) May 14, 2022

Heartbreaking. Aussie cricket losing another hero.

Stunned. Co-team members 2003 World Cup. Amazing talent.

RIP SIMMO

— Michael Bevan (@mbevan12) May 15, 2022

This is so devastating
Roy was So much fun to be around
Our Thoughts are with Symonds family #RIPRoy

— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) May 14, 2022

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

Shocking news to wake up to here in India. Rest in peace my dear friend. Such tragic news pic.twitter.com/pBWEqVO6IY

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) May 15, 2022

Simmo .. This doesn't feel real .. #RIP

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) May 14, 2022

Utterly numb. #RIPRoy

— Mel Jones (@meljones_33) May 14, 2022

Heartbroken!! RIP Roy pic.twitter.com/0WVlkuhI38

— Ashleigh Gardner (@akgardner97) May 14, 2022

Vale Andrew Symonds.

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

— Cricket Australia (@CricketAus) May 15, 2022

Symonds died in Hervey Range, which is locked 50 km west of Townsville in the north of Queensland.  According to Daily Mail, his car left the road and rolled over. "Emergency services attempted to revive the 46-year-old driver and sole occupant, however, he died of his injuries," Queensland Police said on Sunday morning. Symond's wife confirmed his death and thanked everyone for their sympathy and support. Earlier in the month of March, former Australia cricketer and legendary spinner Shane Warne suffered a fatal heart attack while on holiday in Thailand in March.