London Spirit paid tribute to cricket great and their late former coach Shane Warne as the side contested their second match of The Hundred against Manchester Originals at Lords earlier today.
Before the match commenced, both teams and the crowd in attendance applauded the sporting legend for 23 seconds to symbolise the number he wore on the back of his shirt during his playing days. “Welcome to the first home game of The Hundred for London Spirit,” the stadium announcer began.
“On March 4 the game lost a cricket legend and the greatest leg spinner of all time. London Spirit lost their enigmatic coach and leader. His legacy transcends cricket and even sports on and off the field, in the commentary boxes and as a coach. He will be remembered for his cricketing genius, as a cultural icon and was simply one of a kind.
