Kyle Mills
New Zealand cricketer and fast bowler
Debuted in international cricket in 2001 and became a prominent fast bowler for the national team. Played in 72 One Day Internationals and 18 Test matches. Achieved significant success in limited-overs cricket, particularly in the ICC Cricket World Cup tournaments. Retired from international cricket in 2015. Post-retirement, transitioned to coaching and commentary roles.
Taking 240 wickets in ODIs for New Zealand
Participating in the 2011 and 2015 ICC Cricket World Cups
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Brazilian sociologist and cultural theorist
Born
March 15th, 1900 125 years ago
Died
July 18th, 1987 38 years ago — 87 years old
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Born
March 15th, 1516 509 years ago
Died
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Born
March 15th, 1948 77 years ago
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March 15th, 2000 25 years ago
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March 15th, 1990 35 years ago
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Pakistani Pilot, Deputy Chief of Air Staff
Born
March 15th, 1924 101 years ago
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