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Dickie Bird, Beloved Cricket Umpire and Yorkshire Stalwart, Dies at 92

Yorkshire CCC hailed him as a 'national treasure' after a career spanning 66 Tests, 69 ODIs, plus three World Cup finals.

Overview

  • Yorkshire County Cricket Club confirmed he died peacefully at home and said memorial details will follow.
  • The Barnsley-born former batsman for Yorkshire and Leicestershire became the game's most recognizable official, later serving as Yorkshire president from 2014.
  • He was honored with an MBE in 1986 and an OBE in 2012 for his contribution to cricket.
  • Players gave him a guard of honour at Lord's in 1996 during his final Test, reflecting the esteem in which he was held.
  • Tributes from clubs, former players and fans highlighted his integrity, humor and distinctive style on the field.