Former Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds was recently paid a beautiful tribute by his friends and family during Australia's recent ODI outing against Zimbabwe. The match took place at the Riverway Stadium in Symonds' hometown of Townsville.

The former Aussie all-rounder met with a fatal accident&nbsp;west of Townsville back in May early this year. He died at the age of 46 and is&nbsp;survived by his children, wife, sister and mother.

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Symonds' children,&nbsp;Billy and Chloe, came out onto the pitch in&nbsp;the innings-break of the match to lay their father's&nbsp;Akubra hat, cricket bat and baggy green near the stump, sporting Australia's iconic yellow jersey.

All this while, the outfield displayed Symonds' nickname and Test cap&nbsp;number,&nbsp;Roy 388. His beloved dogs Buzz and Woody also appeared alongside his family and friends on the pitch.

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Billy and Chloe played a vital role in the proceedings of the day as they featured with the team on numerous occasions. They were also seen running with the drinks during Australia's fielding stint and spent the entire innings in the team dugout.

In addition to being a part of the pre-match ceremony, they also appeared alongside&nbsp;Aaron Finch and Steven Smith for the national anthem, after which everyone in the stadium observed a period of silence in remembrance of Symonds.&nbsp;

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Footage of the tribute emerged on social media shortly thereafter. Building on the touching tribute, reports suggest that the grandstand at the Riverway Stadium will be renamed after the late cricketer in the near future.&nbsp;

Ahead of their first ODI against Zimbabwe, Australian skipper Aaron Finch also paid tribute to the late cricketer in his own way. He waxed lyrical about his athletic prowess and the knowledge that he possessed.&nbsp;

Former Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds was recently paid a beautiful tribute by his friends and family during Australia's recent ODI outing against Zimbabwe.

Former Australian all-rounder Andrew Symonds was recently paid a beautiful tribute by his friends and family during Australia's recent ODI outing against Zimbabwe. The match took place at the Riverway Stadium in Symonds' hometown of Townsville. The former Aussie all-rounder met with a fatal accident west of Townsville back in May early this year. He died at the age of 46 and is survived by his children, wife, sister and mother. ALSO READ: India vs Pakistan: A look at results of last five meetings between the arch-rivals in Asia Cup Symonds' children, Billy and Chloe, came out onto the pitch in the innings-break of the match to lay their father's Akubra hat, cricket bat and baggy green near the stump, sporting Australia's iconic yellow jersey. All this while, the outfield displayed Symonds' nickname and Test cap number, Roy 388. His beloved dogs Buzz and Woody also appeared alongside his family and friends on the pitch. A tribute fitting for one man, and one man only. #AUSvZIM pic.twitter.com/zjVvE4yx25 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 28, 2022 × Billy and Chloe played a vital role in the proceedings of the day as they featured with the team on numerous occasions. They were also seen running with the drinks during Australia's fielding stint and spent the entire innings in the team dugout. In addition to being a part of the pre-match ceremony, they also appeared alongside Aaron Finch and Steven Smith for the national anthem, after which everyone in the stadium observed a period of silence in remembrance of Symonds. ALSO READ: I was touched by the way Indian players met Shaheen Afridi, visuals were heartwarming: Babar Azam Footage of the tribute emerged on social media shortly thereafter. Building on the touching tribute, reports suggest that the grandstand at the Riverway Stadium will be renamed after the late cricketer in the near future. Ahead of their first ODI against Zimbabwe, Australian skipper Aaron Finch also paid tribute to the late cricketer in his own way. He waxed lyrical about his athletic prowess and the knowledge that he possessed.

Andrew Symonds' family and friends pay a touching tribute to the cricketer during Australia vs Zimbabwe ODI

Australia and Zimbabwe have agreed to postpone three one-day internationals in August because of the difficulty of putting on the series while the new coronavirus pandemic continues, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Tuesday.

Zimbabwe were due to play the first match at a venue yet to be determined in the far north of Australia on Aug. 9 with a further clash three days later and a final fixture in Townsville on Aug. 15.

CA said in a statement that the decision was mutually agreed and that they remained committed to playing the series on “alternative dates”.

“While we are disappointed to postpone the series, CA and (Zimbabwe Cricket) agree that in the best interest of players, match officials, volunteers as well as our fans, this is the most practical and sensible decision,” said CA’s Nick Hockley.

Australia last played an international match on March 13, when they beat New Zealand behind closed doors at the Sydney Cricket Ground just before the novel coronavirus outbreak forced the shutdown of all sport.

England’s director of cricket Ashley Giles said last week that he was “quietly confident” Australia would agree to play a one-day series in Britain in September.

Australia and Zimbabwe have agreed to postpone three one-day internationals in August because of the difficulty of putting on the series while the new coronavirus pandemic continues, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Tuesday.

Australia and Zimbabwe have agreed to postpone three one-day internationals in August because of the difficulty of putting on the series while the new coronavirus pandemic continues, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Tuesday. Zimbabwe were due to play the first match at a venue yet to be determined in the far north of Australia on Aug. 9 with a further clash three days later and a final fixture in Townsville on Aug. 15. CA said in a statement that the decision was mutually agreed and that they remained committed to playing the series on “alternative dates”. “While we are disappointed to postpone the series, CA and (Zimbabwe Cricket) agree that in the best interest of players, match officials, volunteers as well as our fans, this is the most practical and sensible decision,” said CA’s Nick Hockley. Australia last played an international match on March 13, when they beat New Zealand behind closed doors at the Sydney Cricket Ground just before the novel coronavirus outbreak forced the shutdown of all sport. England’s director of cricket Ashley Giles said last week that he was “quietly confident” Australia would agree to play a one-day series in Britain in September.

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