Former Australia captain and coach Simpson dies
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Bob Simpson, former Australian cricket captain and coach, passed away at 89. Celebrated for his multifaceted role in shaping Australian cricket, Simpson's legacy includes 62 Test matches, notable batting and bowling performances,
ICC chairman Jay Shah has mourned the passing of former Australia captain Bob Simpson, praising his immense contributions to the game and stating that he will be remembered as a true legend
In a statement, ICC chairman Jay Shah praised Simpson's contributions and said he would be long remembered. "Bob Simpson was one of the true greats of our sport, and it is deeply
Bob Simpson, the former Test captain and coach credited with shaping Australia’s modern golden era, died aged 89 in Sydney on Saturday, August 16, 2025. A pivotal figure in the dressing room during Australia’s rise to the top of world cricket in the 1990s,
Australian cricket is mourning one of the country's greatest figures in the sport — former Test batsman, captain and coach Bob Simpson, who has died at the age of 89.