Australian cricket nice Ian Redpath has died, aged 83.
The previous Take a look at batter was inducted into the Australian Cricket Corridor of Fame previous to his passing and is thought to be an important determine of the game in Victoria.
Redpath performed 66 video games within the saggy inexperienced, scoring eight centuries for the Aussies.
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Cricket Australia confirmed the information of Redpath’s passing on Sunday afternoon.
“Ian was a a lot liked and revered determine and everybody in Australian cricket shall be enormously saddened by his passing,” CA chairman Mike Baird mentioned.
Ian Redpath at his Corridor of Fame induction. Getty
“As a wonderful opening batter, Ian was a mainstay of the nationwide group by way of one of many nice eras of Australian cricket and beloved by many all through the world for his braveness, impeccable sportsmanship and wry humour.
“We have been privileged to listen to Ian communicate of the great experiences and relationships cricket had offered upon his induction into the Australian Cricket Corridor of Fame in 2023, and this deep love of the sport was manifest in his huge contribution to cricket.
“The ideas of everybody at Cricket Australia are with Ian’s household and lots of mates at this unhappy time.”
Throughout a stellar first-class profession, Redpath amassed virtually 15,000 runs and stays considered one of Victoria’s most completed gamers.
Cricket Victoria chair Ross Hepburn paid tribute to the state and nationwide legend.
“That is enormously unhappy information as we farewell one of many greats of our recreation,” he mentioned.
“Ian’s expertise on the sector and management noticed him contribute to one of many nice eras of Australian cricket and he leaves behind a outstanding legacy.
“Redders, as we affectionately knew him, was a gifted storyteller with a splendidly wry sense of humour. His friendship and presence shall be missed by many.”
Geelong Cricket Membership lately named their scoreboard in Redpath’s honour.
