Andrew Flintoff reveals how he felt when he heard about Shane Warne’s death.

Former English all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has opened up on how the news of Shane Warne’s death surprised him. Notably, Shane Warne passed away on the 4^th of March due to a suspected heart attack, while he was away on a vacation with his friends.

In an interview with the Times, Flintoff spoke about the time when he heard the news of Warne’s death. He was filming the BBC series ‘Top Gear’ during the time. “It hit me like a sledgehammer. It was terrible news. Devastating. I was filming Top Gear in Norway,”- Flintoff recalled.

While further talking about the former Australian legend’s personality, Flintoff mentioned that Warne was someone, who was fun to be around. He also stated that although they played as opponents, they were getting to know each other on a personal note recently and enjoying each other’s company.

“He played the game almost perfectly for me and he had this infectious charisma. The sad thing is that, although I played against him, I was just getting to know him as a bloke, spending time in his company. He couldn’t help but make you smile, someone that was so much fun to be around,”- he added.

While reflecting on Warne’s death he mentioned that the suddenness of the incident does make one wonder about one’s mortality. He also remembered the last time he met with Warne. Flintoff was heard saying- “It does make you think of your own mortality. I saw him last year having a laugh with another mate of mine and a couple of lads and he was just holding court as he does. It was such a good day. I never thought it would be the last time I saw him.”

Notably, a state memorial service was held in Warne’s memory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The function saw emotional speeches from his family members and concluded with the unveiling of the new Shane Warne Stand by his three children.