Pakistan cricketers pay homage to Lata Mangeshkar

While India continues to lament the passing away of the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, tributes have poured in from the other side of the border as the likes of Imran Khan, Wasim Akram and Babar Azam joined in to show their respect dedicated towards 'The Nightingale' of India on social media yesterday.

"With the death of Lata Mangeshkar, the subcontinent has lost one of the truly great singers the world has known. Listening to her songs has given so much pleasure to so many people all over the world," tweeted Imran Khan, former Pakistan captain and its current Prime Minister.

Wasim Akram, another Pakistan legend, tweeted, "Saddened to hear about the death of Lata jee... grew up listening to her beautiful songs and as they say 'you can forget anything but a melodious song' will never forget her melody. Music world has lost a legend."

"We have grown up listening to the melodious songs of Madam Noor Jehan & Lata Mangeshkar jee, the world has lost another asset today. Lata Mangeshkar jee will be dearly missed by every music lover around the world... #RipLataMangeshkar," tweeted Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik.

"Lata Mangeshkar was the epitome of grace, humility and simplicity and therefore greatness… a lesson for all.  Kishore Kumar and now her death has left me music broken!" former Pakistan skipper and Pakistan Cricket Board chief Ramiz Raja tweeted.

"End of a golden era. Her magical voice and legacy will continue to live in the hearts of millions worldwide. An unparalleled icon! RIP Smt. Lata Mangeshkar Ji," current Pakistan captain Babar Azam tweeted.

Mohammed Hafiz, the long servant of Pakistan cricket who announced his retirement from international cricket last month, summed up his condolence message in one sentence. Hafiz tweeted, "Meri awaz hi pehchan hai RIP #LataMangeshkar."