Tony Pithey
Cricketer and record-holder in South Africa
Born
July 17th, 1933
91 years ago
Died
2006
19 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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Pithey was a cricketer who played primarily for South Africa. His first-class career spanned from 1951 to 1965, during which he established himself as a skilled batsman and a reliable wicketkeeper. Pithey participated in South Africa's inaugural Test match after their international isolation, contributing to the team as it re-established itself on the world stage. He also had stints playing domestic cricket in Zimbabwe, showcasing his talent across different competitions.
Played in South Africa's first post-isolation Test match
Achieved significant runs as both a batsman and wicketkeeper
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