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The team ... Tony Greig, Bill Lawry and Ian Chappell. Source:Supplied
The cricketing and wider community pay their respects to former England captain and Australia media personality.
James Packer: "apart from his considerable talents as a cricketer and then a commentator, (Greig) played an absolutely pivotal role in the success of World Series Cricket, which changed the game forever for the better, Tony stood shoulder to shoulder with my father at times when it was not always fashionable. And together with the backing of other key players and supporters, they forged a brave new age for both cricketers and spectators alike. For that alone, every fan of the game is in Tony Greig's debt. But he was much more than that. Our cricket enemy turned our mate - his famous car keys stuck in the pitch to demonstrate its hardness, and his legendary but friendly on-air barneys with the great Bill Lawry."
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Richie Benaud: "when he played cricket, he was big and he did big things. And he didn't care about anyone else who was bigger or perhaps might even be faster or anything like that. He would just get in there and fight. Greig and Bill Lawry's playful on-air fisticuffs defined Australia's cricket coverage for three decades and they grew to be great friends."
Bill Lawry: "an Englishman with an Australian attitude" - "I missed Tony this summer just in the commentary team and now he's gone forever. My wife and I are absolutely shattered and we really feel for Vivian and his four children today. I have missed him terribly this year, not knowing how sick he was."
John Howard: "he would always as a former English captain have a bit of a jab at the Australians. That was all part of the spirit in which the game has always been played. To everyone else, Greig was remembered as combative in every facet of his life and someone who revelled in being the villain both on and off the field."
Test captain Michael Clarke: "I was only speaking with Tony a couple of days ago so news of his passing is absolutely devastating. Tony has a long and decorated history with international cricket both as a player and commentator and cricket will be much poorer for his loss. Personally, he has also been a great mentor for me, providing great advice through the good times and the bad. On behalf of the Australian Cricket Team our thoughts, prayers and wishes are with Greig family at this difficult time.''
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Former Australian fast bowler Dennis Lillee: "Tony was a tough opponent who took on all opposition with aggression and a determination to win. We will not forget the way he stirred the viewers in a similar vein to the way he did to opposition teams.''
Greig's wife Vivian: "Our family wants to extend our gratitude for the support and condolences we have received and would ask for privacy at this very sad time.''
Former Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist on Triple M radio: "Horrible, frightening news. It's just such a shock. The cricketing community in particular will be hit very hard by this.''
Channel nine chief executive David Gyngell: "It's a deeply upsetting time for his family and for everyone associated with Tony at Nine, and indeed for many, many others who came to know and love the man. He's not only been part of our family, but he's had a seat at the head of the table.''
Cricket Australia chairman Wally Edwards: "He was a combative on-field rival of Australian cricket but became one of Australian cricket's firmest friends, with his long-running role as a Channel Nine commentator making him an Australian household name.''
Former Australian wicketkeeper Rod Marsh said on ABC: "I don't know as a player whether he was an icon. I think in some ways he'll be remembered more for his commentary in Australia. I don't think that is a bad thing to say about him because he was very special as a commentator. He got the place alive and working, that Channel 9 commentary box. He loved the game and he served the game very well.''
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