During the Boxing Day Test of the upcoming Ashes series in Australia, the well-known English supporters’ club, the Barmy Army, is reportedly planning a special tribute to the late great Shane Warne. Known for their boisterous chants, humor, and ability to add color to any cricket ground, the Barmy Army now looks prepared to honor one of the sport’s greatest icons in a heartfelt gesture.
The supporters’ group has personally assured Warne’s son, Jackson Warne, that they will plan a heartfelt tribute to the renowned leg-spinner during the major match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), according to a report by news.com.au.
Traditionally one of cricket’s largest yearly events, the Boxing Day Test has additional emotional importance this year. For supporters on both sides of the rivalry, it will be the first Ashes Test at the MCG since Warne’s demise in March 2022.
Jackson Warne disclosed that he had received a message from the Barmy Army, suggesting that something special is being developed. “I am not sure what that is yet, but they’ve said, ‘Jacko, stay tuned,’” he said on Tuesday, November 18. While touched by the gesture, he added humorously, “I am grateful they’ve taken the time to come all the way across the other side of the world – but hopefully they’re not as loud as the Aussies.”
The influence Shane Warne has had on cricket is enormous. He developed into one of the biggest superstars and most recognizable faces in the sport since making his international debut in 1992. His presence on the field was both charismatic and threatening, and his mastery of leg-spin revitalized a dying craft. Warne concluded his Test career with 708 wickets, including an incredible 195 scalps against England, the country he most frequently tormented and one of his favorite opponents.
Despite Australia and England’s intense on-field rivalry, Warne was highly respected in the cricket community. After he retired and made a smooth transition into commentary, he became more and more popular among English fans in particular. He won over crowds all around the world with his humor, knowledge, and ability to read the game.
Even though the details of the planned tribute are yet unknown, one thing is certain: the Barmy Army plans to honor Warne in a way appropriate for a contemporary great. As the five-Test Ashes series, which will take place from November 21 to January 8, 2026, gets ready to reignite cricket’s longest rivalry, the Boxing Day Test is expected to be a moment of both sporting drama and emotional memory for a legend who transcended national allegiance.
