Legendary Australia Cricketer Shane Warne passed away from a suspected heart attack on Friday. The Australia women’s team took the field in their opening ODI World Cup game against England hours after the news of Warne’s passing broke, and the members of the side wore black armbands in the memory of the legendary leg-spinner.
Meanwhile, Australia women’s cricket team player Alana Kings tried recreating Shane Warne’s iconic ‘ball of the century’ in a match against England in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup. England Women won the toss and opted to bowl first in the match. Batting first, Australia posted a total of 310 runs by 3 wickets. Chasing the target, England England had one of the worst starts as they lost quick wickets early on.
However, Alana King paid a fitting tribute to Warne by foxing England batter Tammy Beaumont with her leg-spin. In the 28th over of the England’s innings on the 3rd delivery King almost pulled off Warne’s ‘ball of the century’. The ball completely deceived Tammy and spun miles from leg-stump to the wicketkeeper’s gloves. Alyssa Healy was quick to do the job and stumped the batter. King remembered Warne after the wicket and tapped on her armband.
In a heartwarming gesture, bowler Alana King pointed to the black armband and seemingly paid tribute to Warne. England were restricted on 298/8 and lost the game. Alana Kings played a crucial role in her team’s 12-run win over England. She scalped three wickets in this match.