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Andrew Symonds (Image Source: Twitter)
One of the brightest stars of the cricketing galaxy, former Australian all-rounder, Andrew Symonds passed away on Sunday (15th May). Reports claim he died in a car accident. The tragic incident has said to have taken place on the outskirts of the city of Townsville. The news of the legend’s death spread very quickly and condolences started coming in from across the globe.
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Andrew Symonds was 46 and has left behind his wife Laura and two young children, Chloe and Billy. The Aussie all-rounder is regarded as one of the greatest in the modern era of the game. He played a very important role in Australia’s World Cup wins in 2003 and 2007. Symonds was an all-purpose cricketer, who could have changed a match’s complexion with his multi-dimensional ability. He was an aggressive batter who could have batted in any position according to the demand of the team and captain. With the bowl in hand also he was handy both as an off-spinner and a medium pacer.
Speaking of the tragic development involving the player, the police released a statement, that read- “Early information indicates, shortly after 11 pm the car was being driven on Hervey Range Road, near Alice River Bridge when it left the roadway and rolled. Emergency services attempted to revive the 46-year-old driver and sole occupant, however, he died of injuries. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating."
The NewsCorp has reported that Symonds’ family has confirmed the legend’s untimely demise. They have acknowledged the heartfelt wishes and condolences across the world while requesting privacy at the same time.
Andrew Symonds quickly made himself an integral part of the Australian team after his debut in 1998. He played 26 Tests, 198 ODIs, and 14 T20Is for Australia. In these matches, he scored close to 7000 international runs and picked up about 150 wickets. He also featured in the Indian T20 League, in the Hyderabad and Mumbai colors.
As the news of Symonds’ untimely death spread the whole cricketing world expressed their disbelief in the shocking turn of events. His colleagues and opponents from his playing days expressed their condolences and prayed for the family’s well-being.
Here is how the cricketing world reacted to the tragic 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.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) May 15, 2022
May his soul rest in peace, condolences to his family & friends. pic.twitter.com/QnUTEZBbsD
From the moment of his MCG hundred against England, Andrew Symonds averaged 60.42 in Test cricket. Top level numbers. #RIPRoy
— Andrew McGlashan (@andymcg_cricket) May 15, 2022
Look after yourself up there great man, I am 💔, 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
Andrew Symonds was many things to many people. To me he was one of my favourite players; a juggernaught of a man on & off the pitch. He was the first great T20 cricketer: a Rolls Royce in the field & a titan with the bat. I was lucky enough to work with him at Fox. RIP, Roy. pic.twitter.com/u8rvU4TqYg
— Freddie Wilde (@fwildecricket) May 15, 2022
Andrew Symonds was a hell of an entertainer. But one of my strongest memories of him was sitting in the dark at Kensington Oval watching Symonds roll his arm over to bowl the last ball of the 2007 World Cup final. Two-time World Cup winners are rare; at that moment, he became one
— Brydon Coverdale (@brydoncoverdale) May 15, 2022
Can’t believe what I’ve just woken up to 😔
— 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
Former Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds has died in a car accident, aged 46. #RIPRoy https://t.co/RG9HTL1CkP pic.twitter.com/CSINdDL4lq
— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) May 15, 2022
Andrew Symonds died last night in a car crash. ☹️
— Graeme Swann (@Swannyg66) May 15, 2022
Omg ! Devastated! RIP my boy Andrew Symonds 🙏🏻 https://t.co/gA8vXqLJrW
— Phil Tufnell (@philtufnell) May 15, 2022
RIP Roy. 💔😔🙏 https://t.co/DLPWX3FfNr
— Tom Morris (@tommorris32) May 15, 2022
Joining entire cricket and sporting world devastated at passing of Andrew Symonds. It’s been an unbearable year of hurt for Australian cricket. From 11am, from QLD, on @SENQLD + @1170sen + app we will pay tribute and reflect. @crashcraddock1 @gilly381 to join us. Such a tragedy.
— Craig Hutchison (@craighutchy) May 14, 2022