Did Shane Warne have a heart condition?
Shane Warne is a former Australian cricketer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in the history of the sport. He played international cricket for Australia from 1992 to 2007, and was known for his mastery of spin bowling and his ability to take wickets with seemingly unplayable deliveries.
In 2003, Shane Warne was diagnosed with a heart condition known as Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. This condition is characterized by an extra electrical pathway in the heart that can cause a rapid heartbeat, known as supraventricular tachycardia. Warne was treated for the condition and was able to continue playing cricket at the highest level, although he did miss some matches due to the condition and related health issues.
Despite his heart condition, Shane Warne continued to be a dominant force in international cricket for several years after his diagnosis. He was named one of Wisden's Cricketers of the Year in 2004 and was a key player in Australia's successful defense of the Ashes in 2005. Warne retired from international cricket in 2007, but continued to play in domestic leagues and in the Indian Premier League. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, and his impact on the sport will be remembered for many years to come.