23-09-2025, 12:44
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RIP Dickie Bird
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/...s/c1dq0223930o
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Iconic former cricket umpire Dickie Bird has died at the age of 92.
Bird, whose first-class playing career was cut short by injury, became one of the most famous umpires in the game.
He officiated in 66 Tests and 76 one-day internationals, including three World Cup finals.
Bird's home county Yorkshire, whom he played for and served as president, described him as a "national treasure, known not only for his umpiring excellence but also for his eccentricities and warmth".
"He leaves behind a legacy of sportsmanship, humility and joy - and a legion of admirers across generations," Yorkshire said.
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23-09-2025, 13:12
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Re: RIP Dickie Bird
out for 92 not a bad innings RIP
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23-09-2025, 15:14
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Re: RIP Dickie Bird
I was never a cricket person, but you always heard about Dickie Bird.
R.I.P. Dickie, another one of the great characters gone
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23-09-2025, 16:02
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Re: RIP Dickie Bird
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Originally Posted by Carth
I was never a cricket person, but you always heard about Dickie Bird.
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Same here, even I have heard of him many times.
RIP.
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23-09-2025, 16:46
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Re: RIP Dickie Bird
RIP
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30-09-2025, 14:38
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Very sad........
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