Richie Benaud

Richard "Richie" Benaud OBE (born October 6, 1930) is a former Australian cricketer. Since retiring from his playing career he has become the doyen of cricket commentators around the world.

Career highlights

Tests

Test Debut: vs West Indies, Sydney, 1951-1952

Related Topics:
West Indies - Sydney - 1951 - 1952

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Last Test: vs South Africa, Sydney, 1963-1964

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South Africa - 1963 - 1964

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• Benaud's highest Test batting score of 122 was made against South Africa, Johannesburg, 1957-1958
• His best Test bowling effort of 7 for 72 was against India, Chennai, 1956-1957
• He captained Australia in 28 Tests: 12 wins, 12 draws, 4 losses