Tim Murtagh

Cricketer and County Championship player

Tim Murtagh - Cricketer and County Championship player
Born

August 2nd, 1981
43 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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