A state funeral has been offered by Australia after the death of former cricket captain and commentator, Richie Benaud.
He's died at the age of 84 having revealed in November that he was being treated for skin cancer.
Richie Benaud captained Australia 28 times in test cricket before becoming known to fans worldwide as an iconic voice of the sport.
Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott is among those paying tribute.
IN: "Richie Benaud…
OUT: ...now still."
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After his diagnosis with skin cancer Richie Benaud had spoken to Australia's Nine Network about the importance of cricketers covering up.
IN: "Never, ever…
OUT: ...hat on."
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