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Shane Warne Memorial Photos: THESE cricketing stars bid farewell to spin bowling legend

The Shane Warne Memorial Service was held at the MCG in Australia on Thursday (March 30) and it was attended by more than 50,000 fans including many former cricket stars. Take a look at who all attended the event to bid final good bye to Warne.

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Updated:Mar 31, 2022, 04:01 PM IST

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An emotional goodbye from Nasser Hussain

Former England captain Nasser Hussain read the poem 'If' by Rudyard Kipling at the memorial service bringing tears to everyone's eyes. Australia's Merv Hughes, Warne's first captain in international cricket Allan Border too were present to share their thoughts and Warne memories. (Source: Twitter)

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Warne's kids Brooke, Jackson and Summer attended the event as well as Shane's father Keith. The family delivered an emotional speech as they bid their last goodbye to a father and a son. (Source: Twitter)

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Shane Warne stand

The Shane Warne stand was unveiled on Wednesday (March 30) by Shane Warne's kids. (Source: Twitter)

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Brian Lara flew to Australia

West Indian batting legend Brian Lara who had many a battles with Shane Warne during playing days, flew from India to Australia to take part in the memorial service. Lara is currently in a coaching role at Sunrisers Hyderabad. (Source: Twitter)

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Sachin Tendulkar was present too virtually

India batting great Sachin Tendulkar, who is currently with the Mumbai Indians team, participated in the memorial service virtually and shared his memories of the departed soul. (Source: Twitter)