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Xtra Time Web Desk: Legendary singer and Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday, 6 February at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital after battling with COVID pneumonia for several weeks.

The cricket fraternity has paid rich tributes to the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Former Team India captain Virat Kohli Mangeshkar's melodious voice touched millions of people around the world.

"Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Lata ji. Her melodious songs touched millions of people around the world. Thank you for all the music and the memories. My deepest condolences to the family & the loved ones," tweeted Kohli.

Former India opener Virender Sehwag also extended 'heartfelt condolences' to Lata Mangeshkar's family.

India batter Shikhar Dhawan also took to Twitter and wrote, "Your music touched our soul and made us smile. Rest in Peace Lata Mangeshkar Ji. Your legacy will inspire generations to come."

Here is a glimpse of other well-known cricketers mourning the demise of the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Dr Pratit Samdani, who was treating the legendary singer at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, said, "It is with profound grief that we announce the sad demise of Lata Mangeshkar at 8:12 am. She has died because of multi-organ failure after more than 28 days of hospitalisation post Covid-19."

The last rites of the late singer, with full State honours will be conducted at Shivaji Park at 6.30pm today. PM Modi is slated to visit Mumbai to pay his last respects to Lata Mangeshkar.

The Central government announced two days of state mourning today and tomorrow during which the National Flag will be flown at half-mast throughout India