World reacts to sad passing of former England batter Graham Thorpe
Tributes flew in from around the world following the death of former England left-hander Graham Thorpe, aged 55.
An England hero.
— ICC (@ICC) August 5, 2024
Rest in Peace, Graham Thorpe. pic.twitter.com/kbTjXCRptO
England great Graham Thorpe passes away
A host of current England stars and former teammates paid tribute to Thorpe following his passing.
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— Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) August 5, 2024
Heartbreaking to see Thorpey has passed away. He was one of my heroes growing up and I was fortunate to work with him. My thoughts go out to all of his friends and family during this tough time 😔💔 pic.twitter.com/9I4jXt7XpL
— Ben Duckett (@BenDuckett1) August 5, 2024
A statement from Alec Stewart on the passing of Graham Thorpe.
— Surrey Cricket (@surreycricket) August 5, 2024
“Having known Thorpey since he was a 16-year-old, I’m absolutely devastated and heartbroken to have lost my great mate.
"As a cricketer, his record speaks for itself and will rightly be remembered as one of Surrey… pic.twitter.com/olznIP6jsl
RIP Thorpey .. Thanks for all the advice throughout my career,you were a great player and a brilliant team https://t.co/QPFq55nPCd have gone far too young but you leave as an England cricket legend … Thoughts with all who knew Thorpey and to all the family xxx
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) August 5, 2024
Goodness me!!! 😢
— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) August 5, 2024
RIP, Thorpey!
Condolences to his close family, all the @englandcricket @surreycricket and wider cricket family. He was an absolute legend! 🙏🏽
Sadness is all I have on hearing the passing of Graham Thorpe. A warrior in our batting line up and a player not talked about enough for his elegance and style of play. My thoughts are with his family and all at @surreycricket RIP little genius
— Dean Headley (@deanheadley585) August 5, 2024
Difficult to take in that Thorpey has passed. A true legend of a bloke and player and always a pleasure to be with. Will take great memories everywhere with me. Rest well pal 😔🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
— Robert Croft (@RDBCroft10) August 5, 2024
Absolutely heartbroken to hear about Graham Thorpe’s passing. So many memories touring with him. He was a fantastic teammate, superb batsman, coach and friend. my thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time #RIPThorpey
— Devon Malcolm (@devon_malcolm) August 5, 2024
Such heartbreaking 💔 news to wake up to this morning. A great player who I was lucky enough to have as a team mate so many times.
— Darren Gough MBE (@DGoughie) August 5, 2024
Ill miss you Thorpey
Thought with his family and everyone at Surrey CCC
RIP pic.twitter.com/IcJsQXzXQy
Such incredibly sad news. So much to thank this man for; the guidance, the endless hours of help and the laughs.
— Sam Billings (@sambillings) August 5, 2024
You’ll be sorely missed Thorpey 😢❤️ https://t.co/o2rmVu1yLL
In a display of how loved Thorpe was around the world, there was an outpouring of tributes from international stars that got to know the England batter on and off the field.
I lost my younger brother and a best friend today Graham Thorpe (Chorky). A very Sad day of my life. We’ll miss you dearly brother. Condolences to the family and friends #RIP 💔 pic.twitter.com/MY0PrXUZt5
— Waqar Younis (@waqyounis99) August 5, 2024
Deeply saddened by the shocking news of the passing of dear friend Graham Thorpe... He was a gentleman to the core, a very genuinely honest, passionate guy and the best left-handed batter I bowled to. He will be sorely missed by all cricket fraternity and beyond. I wish strength…
— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) August 5, 2024
So very sad to hear that Graham Thorpe has passed away. He was a wonderful left hander who performed against the best around the world. Such a likeable cricketer and character. Thoughts with his family & friends. R.I.P Graham pic.twitter.com/gVIVOouZX5
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) August 6, 2024
It's extremely sad to learn that Graham Thorpe is no longer with us. His reputation as a naturally gifted, free-flowing batter who played fearlessly and with flair, always stood out. Sending my heartfelt condolences to his family and close ones. Rest in peace, Graham.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 5, 2024
Cricket has lost a true gem today with the passing of Graham Thorpe. Someone who was always jovial, happy go lucky and full of affection. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Graham 🙏🏻 #GrahamThorpe pic.twitter.com/oDu8dn3jyK
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) August 5, 2024
Sad to hear about Graham Thorpe. He was a gritty and a fantastic batter who was always ready for a battle on the pitch. Heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) August 5, 2024
Lost for words and incredibly sad on the passing of Graham Thorpe MBE, a legend of England and Surrey cricket.
— Azhar Mahmood (@AzharMahmood11) August 5, 2024
I had the honor of playing alongside Thorpey at Surrey for years, sharing many great times both on and off the field.
He was not only an inspiring cricketer but also… https://t.co/3WkCvXzDRA
Saddened to hear about the passing of Graham Thorpe. Rest easy now my friend. Condolences to his family and all at Surrey Cricket Club. 🙏🏿
— Carl Hooper (@CarlHooper) August 5, 2024
Can’t believe Graham Thorpe is gone at only 55yrs of age😥😥. As tough and skilled a batter as I came across in our time. Blessings and strength to those who were close to him🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽.
— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) August 5, 2024
So sad to hear about the passing of Graham Thorpe
— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) August 6, 2024
Absolutely Brilliant batsman
Passionate man around the teams he played and coached.
Condolences to The Thorpe family and his many friends #RIPThorpey
Rest in Peace Thorpey. Great man and legend. Thoughts with his family, loved ones and friends. Gone far too early.
— Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) August 5, 2024
It is with profound sadness in hearing the passing of the great English Cricketer Graham Thorpe. RIP#GrahamThorpe pic.twitter.com/JKotUGsVGY
— Chaminda Vaas (@chaminda_vaas) August 5, 2024