'First Warne, now Symonds'- Kohli, Babar, and others grief as Andrew Symonds passes away in a road accident

Andrew Symonds, a former Australian all-rounder and cricket icon, died on Sunday (15th May 2022). According to a statement issued by the police, the legend passed away in a car accident on the outskirts of Townsville. Emergency services attempted to revive the 46-year old, but he could not make it due to his injuries.

"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," read the police report.

Andrew Symonds made his international debut in 1998. He represented Australia in 26 Tests, 198 ODIs, and 14 T20Is.  He scored 1462 runs at an average of 40.6 and took 24 wickets in the longest format of the game while in the One-Day Internationals, he scored 5088 runs at an average of 39.8, taking 133 wickets as well. He was also quite useful in the game's shortest format. In 14 T20I matches, he scored 337 runs at a strike rate of 169.3 and took 8 wickets. He also played for Hyderabad and Mumbai in the Indian T20 League.

The cricketing world was stunned by the death of the legendary cricketer. Many took to Twitter to express their grief for Symonds. "If Roy shook your hand you had his word, that’s the sort of bloke he was and that's why I always wanted him on my team. An extraordinary player and even better human being. Can’t believe he’s gone. Thoughts are with his family at this time," his former teammate Ricky Ponting wrote.

Here is how the Cricketing Fraternity reacted

If Roy shook your hand you had his word, that’s the sort of bloke he was and that's why I always wanted him on my team. An extraordinary player and even better human being. Can’t believe he’s gone. Thoughts are with his family at this time. pic.twitter.com/7r7FiK1CzK

— Ricky Ponting AO (@RickyPonting) 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

Shane Warne earlier and now #AndrewSymonds, 2022 can’t get any tougher for @CricketAus and the entire cricket community. Thoughts and prayers for his friends and family. #Legends 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/mZOU3xPiTr

— Imam Ul Haq (@ImamUlHaq12) May 15, 2022

Deeply saddened to hear about the sudden demise of Andrew Symonds. Thoughts with the family and loved ones. Gone too soon. Rest in peace 🙏

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) May 15, 2022

Absolutely shocked and gutted to hear the sudden demise of Andrew Symonds. One of the greatest all rounders of all time. Life is truly unpredictable. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family. May his soul rest in peace. 🙏

— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) May 15, 2022

Saddened by the tragic demise of Andrew Symonds. One of the greatest all rounders of our times! May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/sSO2JjyuSR

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) May 15, 2022

Such heartbreaking news!

Andrew Symonds was an entertaining cricketer and a terrific all-rounder.

May his soul rest in peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/4irvHr7LtB

— DK (@DineshKarthik) May 15, 2022

Life is really unpredictable, shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Andrew Symonds. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace you legend. #GoneTooSoon

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) May 15, 2022

Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Andrew Symonds. Gone too soon. Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Prayers for the departed soul 🙏#RIPSymonds

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) 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. 🙏🏻

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) May 15, 2022

I can not believe it!! I am lost for words! #RIPRoy https://t.co/7IEA1EJ5c2

— David Warner (@davidwarner31) May 15, 2022