Matt Henderson
New Zealand cricketer and Test player
Born
August 2nd, 1895
129 years ago
Died
1970
55 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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Born in 1895, this New Zealand cricketer played as a right-handed batsman and was a key player in the national team during the early years of Test cricket. Debuting in 1930, participation spanned through multiple matches in the 1930s. The cricketer was recognized for consistent performances and contributed to the development of cricket in New Zealand. The playing career concluded with notable statistics and an influence on future generations of players.
Played in multiple Test matches for New Zealand
Contributed to early Test cricket development
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