A life well lived.
News of the death of Richie Benaud has been met with tributes stretching far beyond the world of cricket.
The Australian government have offered to hold a state funeral for the nation’s former captain and legendary cricket commentator, while Shane Warne and Michael Clarke posted moving messages on their Instagram accounts.
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Beyond Australia, many others have also showed their respect.
One of the greatest spin bowlers and undoubtedly the greatest commentator the cricket world has known has left us. RIP Richie Benaud
— Graeme Swann (@Swannyg66) April 10, 2015
RIP Richie Benaud. The greatest cricket commentator of them all & a wonderful man. #MourningEveryone
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) April 9, 2015
"If you can add to what's on screen, do it. Otherwise, shut up".
RIP the great Richie Benaud
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 10, 2015
Farewell Richie Benaud. Wonderful cricketer, great captain, a master craftsman commentator & top man. Will always be remembered and admired.
— Sir Geoffrey Boycott (@GeoffreyBoycott) April 10, 2015
Great Man … Great Cricketer… Greatest ever Sports Commentator…. #RIPRichie pic.twitter.com/5g8nWBAhVH
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) April 10, 2015
And if anyone needed reminding of how respected Benaud was, take a look at this video.
During the closing stages of the 2005 Ashes, he received a standing ovation from the Oval crowd as his time commentating on cricket in England came to an end.
A truly great man.
