The English cricket community is set to honor the late Graham Thorpe, who passed away at 55 after battling major depression and anxiety. Before the first Test match against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford, players will wear black armbands and a tribute video will be shown, followed by a moment of applause. Former England captain Joe Root and other cricket luminaries have praised Thorpe's influence, describing him as a 'complete batter' and 'rockstar' who significantly contributed to their careers. Thorpe, who debuted in 1993, scored 6744 runs in 100 Test matches and was an integral part of the team through the late 90s and early 2000s. His work as a coach post-retirement also left a lasting impact on players like Root and Ollie Pope. The tributes underscore Thorpe's legacy and the deep loss felt by the cricketing world.