Tom Graveney
Cricketer and sportscaster
Born
June 16th, 1927
97 years ago
Died
November 3rd, 2015
9 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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This individual contributed significantly to English cricket as a player and later as a sportscaster. Playing primarily as a batsman, he represented Gloucestershire and England during his career. Graveney made his Test debut in 1951 and was part of the national team during the 1950s and 1960s, earning acclaim for his elegant batting style. After retiring from playing, he transitioned to a successful career in broadcasting, where he provided commentary and insights into the game for various media outlets.
Represented England in 79 Test matches
Scored over 4,000 Test runs
Played for Gloucestershire in county cricket
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