Bevan Congdon

Cricketer for New Zealand national team

Bevan Congdon - Cricketer for New Zealand national team
Born

February 11th, 1938
87 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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Played first-class cricket for several teams, including Auckland and Central Districts. Represented New Zealand in Test matches and One Day Internationals. Participated in the 1975 Cricket World Cup. Worked as a cricket coach after retirement from playing.

Represented New Zealand in 79 Test matches

Scored 3,174 runs in Test cricket

Coached the New Zealand national team

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