Breaking News: Andrew Symonds, former Australia all-rounder, dies in a car crash

Former Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds died in a car accident on Hervey Range Road near the Alice River Bridge in Queensland, Australia, a Queensland police statement said on Saturday night.

Symonds, 46, is the third Australian cricket legend to suddenly pass away this year following the tragic deaths of Shane Warne and Rod Marsh in March.

According to reports, Symonds had been involved in a single vehicle incident in Hervey Range, 50 km from Townsville on Saturday night.

Following the tragic news of the death of Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds, the cricketing world bid farewell to one of the most well-liked former stars. Former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist and fast bowler Jason Gillespie – who both played alongside Symonds at the 2003 World Cup – expressed their dismay at the news.

Symonds played 26 Tests for Australia and was an integral part of Australia’s white-ball sides that dominated the world between 1999 and 2007. After retiring as a player, Symonds became a popular commentator for cricket broadcasters.

Symonds was a member of Australia`s World Cup-winning teams in 2003 and 2007 and appeared in 198 one-day internationals in addition to 26 tests from 2004 to 2008.

Known for his swashbuckling middle order batting displays, he was an accomplished all-rounder who could bowl both off-spin and medium pace.