Dennis Lillee

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Dennis Keith Lillee (born July 18, 1949 in Subiaco, Western Australia) was an Australian cricketer. Australia's most consistent fast bowler during the 1970s and early 1980s, Lillee was known for his fiery temperament, 'never-say-die' attitude and popularity with the fans.

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July 18 - 1949 - Subiaco - Western Australia - Australia - Cricket - Fast bowler - 1970s - 1980s

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In the early part of his career Lillee was an extremely quick bowler, but a number of stress fractures in his back almost ended his career. Taking on a strict fitness regime, he fought his way back to full fitness, eventually returning to international cricket. By the time of his retirement from international cricket in 1984 he had become the then world record holder for most Test wickets (355), and had firmly established himself as one of the most recognisable and renowned Australian sportsmen of all time.

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Stress fracture - 1984 - Test

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