'End of an Era' - Cricket fraternity mourns the demise of Lata Mangeshkar

In what comes as a massive blow to the Indian people, veteran single Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last today. She passed away at the age of 92. The legend was diagnosed with COVID-19 and was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on January 8. She was ICU ever since. While there were reports that Lata Ji has started to show improvement, she couldn't survive the deadly virus.

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Lata Mangeshkar was an Indian icon and won several awards in her illustrious career. She won the Dada Saheb Phalke award in 1989 and went on to win the Bharat Ratna in 2001. She also won three National Film Awards, 15 Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards, four Filmfare Best Female Playback Awards, two Filmfare Special Awards, Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. In a career that lasted for more than seven decades, Lata Mangeshkar sang many iconic songs.

Lata Mangeshkar was also a great fan of cricket and never missed an opportunity to congratulate the Indian team on their victory. The cricket fraternity was stunned by the demise of Lata Mangeshkar and took to Twitter to mourn her death.

The Nightingale of India ,a voice which has resonated with, brought joy and happiness to millions around the world leaves. Heartfelt Condolences to her family and fans. Om Shanti 🙏#LataMangeshkarpic.twitter.com/O6gWb27x3s

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) February 6, 2022

India lost her Nightingale today. Prayers are with Lata didi's family as we mourn this difficult hour. Om Shanti 🙏

— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) February 6, 2022

Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Lata ji. Her melodious songs touched millions of people around the world. Thank you for all the music and the memories. My deepest condolences to the family & the loved ones. 🙏

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) February 6, 2022

Your music touched our soul and made us smile. Rest in Peace Lata Mangeshkar Ji. Your legacy will inspire generations to come. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Z5xOcHNmjo

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) February 6, 2022

Heartbreaking #LataMangeshkar ji. Heartfelt condolences to her family. #RIPpic.twitter.com/MhqC82vdtf

— Manika Batra (@manikabatra_TT) February 6, 2022

Passing away of nightingale Bharat ratn Lata Mangeshkar is a huge loss to the entire music world.often I used to interact with her and she used to talk about cricket a lot. Jaitley ji was also a big fan of her. pic.twitter.com/pQJ9wEHqwg

— Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) February 6, 2022

Pained to receive news of Bharat Ratna #LataMangeshkar didi's demise. Her voice and melodies will remain immortal. Condolences to her family, friends and millions of fans all over the world.
ॐ शांति pic.twitter.com/SwSkZmuwqO

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) February 6, 2022

लता जी के निधन के बारे मे सुनकर बहुत दुख हुआ। आपकी आवाज़ हमारे दिलो मे हमेशा ज़िंदा रहेंगी 🙏🙏🙏 कोटि कोटि प्रणाम #LataMangeshkar जी pic.twitter.com/tRGMQOGRgj

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 6, 2022

Legends live for eternity! No one will ever be like her! #LataMangeshkarpic.twitter.com/qk5eFX5qcf

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) February 6, 2022

There will never be another Lata Didi. End of an era as a Nightingale and jewel of India, Bharat Ratna #LataMangeshkar ji leaves her mortal body, but she will live on in the hearts of generations to come through her soul stirring music. May her soul attain Sadgati. Om Shanti 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/uEvoU14w9A

— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) February 6, 2022