Freddie Brown
Cricketer and sportscaster for England
Born
December 16th, 1910
114 years ago
Died
1991
34 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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A cricketer and sportscaster who played for England in the 1930s and 1940s. He was a left-handed batsman and right-arm medium-pace bowler. Brown made significant contributions to the England national team, participating in the 1938 Ashes series against Australia. Following his playing career, he transitioned to broadcasting, sharing insights and commentary about the sport on various platforms. His dual involvement in cricket as both a player and commentator has marked a notable legacy in English cricket history.
Played in the 1938 Ashes series
Served as a sportscaster for cricket
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