ICC Hall of Fame
Inducted: 2009 | Career: 1952 - 1964
Richie
Benaud
AustraliaOne of the greatest leg spinners to grace the game, Richie Benaud took 248 Test wickets at an average of 27.03. He also shone in the commentary box, being one of the most iconic voices ever behind the microphone.
Player Bio
Born on October 6, 1930 in Penrith, New South Wales, Richie Benaud was a former Australian all-rounder who played Test cricket from 1952 to 1964. Benaud captained Australia between 1958 and 1964, and scored 2,201 runs and took 248 wickets at an average of 27.03 in 63 games. After retiring, Benaud turned to full-time cricket journalism and commentary and became the face of Channel Nine’s cricket coverage in the subsequent years. He passed away in April of 2015.
date of birth:
6 Oct 1930
role:
All-rounder
batting style:
Right-hand
bowling style:
Right-hand
Date of debut:
25 Jan 1952
