Mark Ricciuto

Australian footballer and sportcaster

Mark Ricciuto - Australian footballer and sportcaster
Born

June 8th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Played Australian rules football for the Adelaide Crows from 1993 to 2010. Served as captain of the club and contributed to its premiership victory in 1998. Transitioned to a career in sports commentary after retirement, providing insights into the game on various media platforms.

Played for the Adelaide Crows

Captained the Adelaide Crows

Won the 1998 AFL Premiership

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