Hammy Love
Australian cricketer and Test player
Born
August 10th, 1895
129 years ago
Died
1969
56 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Born in 1895, a cricketer represented Australia in Test matches during the early 20th century. Played in the first Test series against England in 1928, competing as a right-handed batsman. His career spanned multiple years, contributing to the sport's development in Australia. Following his retirement from international cricket, remained influential in domestic cricket, showcasing skills both as a player and mentor.
Represented Australia in 13 Test matches
Scored 810 runs in Test cricket
Made notable contributions in the 1928 Ashes series
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