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Tributes flow for cricketer Andrew Symonds

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Tributes are coming from around the cricket world for Andrew Symonds, killed in a car crash.
Camera IconTributes are coming from around the cricket world for Andrew Symonds, killed in a car crash. Credit: AP

REACTION TO THE SHOCK DEATH OF CRICKET GREAT ANDREW SYMONDS

"I can't quite believe it. Another tragic day for cricket. Bad things do happen in threes - Rod Marsh earlier this year, not long after that obviously Shane Warne and now Simmo. Another terrible day for cricket." - former Australian captain Mark Taylor.

"This really hurts." - former Australian teammate Adam Gilchrist.

"Simmo .. This doesn't feel real." - former England captain Michael Vaughan.

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Devastated to hear about Andrew Symonds passing away in a car crash in Australia. We shared a great relationship on & off the field. Thoughts & prayers with the family." - Pakistan great Shoaib Akhtar

"Horrendous news to wake up to. Utterly devastated. We are all gonna miss you mate." - former Australian teammate Jason Gillespie.

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"Hearts broken again...if we were Ted Lasso, he was our Roy Kent...called it straight..didn't do fluff...was true to himself...loyal...quirky...will be missed forever ...thoughts with family and friends... " - former Australian cricketer and fellow commentator Kerry O'Keeffe

"Andrew was a much-loved and admired cricketer in Australia and around the world. He was a prodigious talent from an early age in Queensland with his clean ball-striking ability, shrewd spin bowling and brilliant fielding." - Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley.

"Australian cricket has lost another of its very best. Andrew was a generational talent who was instrumental in Australia's success at World Cups and as part of Queensland's rich cricket history. He was a cult figure to many who was treasured by his fans and friends." - Cricket Australia chair Lachlan Henderson.

"Andrew Symonds was an outstanding player - dynamic, entertaining and skilful - who made an unforgettable contribution to Queensland and Australian cricket. My deep condolences to his family at this time." - Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.

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