Tim Murtagh
Cricketer and County Championship player
Born
August 2nd, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
England
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Born in 1981, this English-Irish cricketer played primarily as a right-arm medium-fast bowler. Represented Middlesex County Cricket Club and featured prominently in domestic cricket. Achieved significant success in the County Championship, contributing to Middlesex's multiple title-winning efforts. Also played for the Ireland national team, participating in various international competitions.
Played a key role in Middlesex's 2016 County Championship victory
Represented Ireland in multiple One Day Internationals
Contributed to Ireland's performance in 2015 Cricket World Cup
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