Ben Hilfenhaus

Cricketer, Australian Test bowler

Ben Hilfenhaus - Cricketer, Australian Test bowler
Born

March 15th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Professional cricketer played as a right-arm fast bowler. Represented Australia in Test and One Day International formats. Contributed to Australia's cricket achievements during the late 2000s and early 2010s. Debuted in Test cricket in 2009 and participated in several home and away series. Notable for his performances in the Ashes series, particularly during the 2010-2011 series.

Played 27 Test matches for Australia

Took 99 Test wickets

Part of the Australian team that won the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy

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