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Former Australian Cricket Captain And Coach Bob Simpson Dies

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Former Australian Cricket Captain And Coach Bob Simpson Dies

By AFP News August 16, 2025 • 10:13 AM View: 367

Former Australian cricket captain and coach Bob Simpson has died aged 89, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praising the all-rounder for his "extraordinary service" to the sport.

Cricket Australia confirmed his death in Sydney in a statement on Saturday.

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