Bob Simpson
Australian cricketer and coach
Born
February 3rd, 1936
89 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Made significant contributions to cricket as an opening batsman and later as a coach. Represented Australia in Test cricket and played a key role in multiple Ashes series. Transitioned into coaching, leading Australia to notable successes in international competitions. Served as a selector for the national team and contributed to the development of young talents in Australian cricket.
Scored over 4,000 runs in Test matches
Coached Australia during the late 1980s
Led Australia to a 1987 Ashes victory
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