Kobe Bryant  

Ahead of the India-New Zealand first ODI in Hamilton, captain Virat Kohli spoke about how life can be 'fickle' and emphasised on the importance of enjoying every moment. He was reacting to American basketball legend Kobe Bryant's death

In one of the most tragic losses in the history of sports, basketball legend and fiery NBA superstar, Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles on Sunday, along with eight others including her 13 years old daughter Gianna. Kobe Bryant craved competition and was known for his enthusiasm, creating a pop philosophy he called “The Mamba Mentality”. “I always aimed to kill the opposition,” he once wrote. The Mamba grew into an iconic persona all its own. Now, the world can’t fathom that it’s gone.

American basketball legend Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash. India captain Virat Kohli led cricketers' tributes

Athletes, fans mourned the tragic death of American basketball superstar Kobe Bryant. He was killed in a helicopter crash