Keith Miller
Australian cricketer and footballer
Born
November 28th, 1919
105 years ago
Died
October 11th, 2004
20 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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An accomplished Australian cricketer and footballer, also served as a pilot. Played cricket for Victoria and represented Australia in Test matches, featuring in the famous 1948 'Invincibles' tour of England. In Australian rules football, played for the Melbourne Football Club, winning premiership titles. After retiring from sports, pursued aviation and gained recognition as a pilot during World War II.
Played Test cricket for Australia
Participated in the 1948 'Invincibles' cricket tour
Won premierships with the Melbourne Football Club
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