Brian Close

Cricketer and coach, England Test captain

Brian Close - Cricketer and coach, England Test captain
Born

February 24th, 1931
94 years ago

Died

September 13th, 2015
9 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An English cricketer and coach, played primarily for Yorkshire and earned 22 Test caps for England. Served as England's Test captain in the 1960s. Notably known for his aggressive style as a batsman and fielder. After retiring from playing, transitioned into coaching and continued to contribute to cricket until the late stages of his life.

Captained England in 1966 Test series

Played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club

Part of the 1950s English cricket team

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