Bevan Congdon
Cricketer for New Zealand national team
Born
Died
2018
8 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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