Tony MacGibbon

New Zealand cricketer and engineer

Tony MacGibbon - New Zealand cricketer and engineer
Born

August 28th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

New Zealand

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A cricketer and engineer, contributed to New Zealand's cricket landscape during the 1940s and 1950s. Played as a right-arm fast bowler and made significant contributions to domestic cricket. Represented the New Zealand national team in Test matches against various international opponents. In addition to cricket, pursued a career in engineering, focusing on infrastructure development.

Played as a fast bowler in Test matches

Represented New Zealand in international cricket

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