AUSTRALIA cricket legend Ricky Ponting was rushed to hospital with a heart scare on Friday.

That’s while commentating on his country’s Test match against the West Indies.

Ponting, 47, was forced to leave during lunch on day three in Perth.

The iconic batsman reportedly felt unwell as he commentated for Australian outlet Channel 7.

And he was swiftly taken to hospital for checks.

A Channel 7 spokesperson confirmed: “Ricky Ponting is unwell and will not be providing commentary for the remainder of today’s coverage.”

Ponting has reportedly told colleagues he is feeling “alright.”

But after feeling unwell, he wanted to take every possible precaution.

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