Figures from throughout the cricket world have paid tribute to Thorpe since his demise.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) stated Thorpe was “a couple of of England’s finest-ever batters, he was a beloved member of the cricket household and revered by followers all around the world”.
England batter Joe Root, a former captain of the nationwide facet, described Thorpe as a “hero, mentor and a lot extra”.
Michael Vaughan, one other ex-England skipper, thanked Thorpe “for all the recommendation all through my profession”.
Vaughan added: “You had been an awesome participant and an excellent team-mate. You’ve gone far too younger however you allow as an England cricket legend.”
Present England captain Ben Stokes wore a particular shirt in assist of Thorpe in June 2022 after the Skilled Cricketers’ Affiliation stated the ex-England batter was “critically ailing”.
The shirt had Thorpe’s identify and the quantity 564 on the again – signifying his standing because the 564th participant to be capped by England.
He posted an image on social media of himself within the shirt, together with a sequence of coronary heart emojis, following the information about Thorpe’s demise.
A minute’s silence in tribute to Thorpe was additionally held at cricket grounds throughout the nation.