Bert Vogler

South African cricketer, Test player

Bert Vogler - South African cricketer, Test player
Born

November 28th, 1876
148 years ago

Died

August 9th, 1946
78 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

South Africa

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Played first-class cricket in South Africa from 1896 to 1920. Represented South Africa in the inaugural Test series in 1902 against England. Known for his skills as an all-rounder, contributed both with bat and ball. Later worked as a cricket administrator and was involved in promoting the sport.

Participated in South Africa's first Test series in 1902

Played for Transvaal in domestic first-class cricket

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