Bert Oldfield

Australian cricketer and soldier

Bert Oldfield - Australian cricketer and soldier
Born

September 9th, 1894
130 years ago

Died

August 10th, 1976
48 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played as a wicketkeeper for the Australian national cricket team during the 1920s and 1930s. Served as a captain in the Australian Army during World War II. Contributed significantly to the sport with exceptional skills as a fielder and gloveman.

Achieved 29 Test matches for Australia

Part of the team that won the 1934 Ashes series

Served as a captain during World War II

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