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16-05-2025
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Tributes paid to cricketing legends who played in Blackburn
A Blackburn cricket club has paid tribute to two cricketing legends who have died. Over the weekend, Cricket Australia announced Bob Cowper had died aged 84. Cowper, whose batting average was behind only the great Don Bradman, played for East Lancs CC in the 1960s. Left-handed batsman Bob Cowper played 27 Tests for his country before leaving the game for a career in stockbroking and merchant banking. The club said: 'We're saddened to hear of the passing of Bob Cowper, Australian Test cricketer and 1966 East Lancashire Cricket Club professional. 'An Ashes hero with 2,066 Test runs (avg 46.84) and a top score of 307 vs England, he led East Lancs to a historic Lancashire League and Worsley Cup double with 906 runs & 72 wickets. "He played alongside the late Brian Bowling, another club legend who also recently passed away. 'Our deepest sympathies go to Bob's family, friends and all who knew him.' In April, the club paid tribute to Brian Bowling, who died at the age of 92. The club said: 'Brian took over 600 League and Cup wickets for the Club across a 1st XI career spanning 24 seasons. "Brian's 612 wickets have been bettered by only four other East Lancs players in our 161-year history. 'He was part of the 1966 and 1980 Double-winning teams and in total won six League titles and six Worsley Cups in a highly successful East Lancs career. 'Brian was a true gentleman who was regularly seen supporting the club at matches from his retirement until last season, and he would be seen practising at nets well into his 70s.' In the first home game of the season last month, between East Lancs and Great Harwood, players from both sides held a minute's silence to remember Brian. In 1997, the Lancashire Telegraph's Peter White featured Brian as part of 'Off The Record' in which the 64-year-old was leaving batsmen in a spin. Bob Cowper is survived by wife Dale and daughters Olivia and Sera. Cricket Australia chair Mike Baird added: "Bob was a hugely respected figure in Australian cricket. "He was a wonderful batter who will always be remembered for his famous triple century at the MCG. "He was also a significant contributor to cricket in other roles, including as an ICC match referee, and his wisdom was always keenly sought."
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15-05-2025
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Tributes paid to cricketing legends who played in Blackburn
A Blackburn cricket club has paid tribute to two cricketing legends who have died. Over the weekend, Cricket Australia announced Bob Cowper had died aged 84. Cowper, whose batting average was behind only the great Don Bradman, played for East Lancs CC in the 1960s. Left-handed batsman Bob Cowper played 27 Tests for his country before leaving the game for a career in stockbroking and merchant banking. The club said: 'We're saddened to hear of the passing of Bob Cowper, Australian Test cricketer and 1966 East Lancashire Cricket Club professional. 'An Ashes hero with 2,066 Test runs (avg 46.84) and a top score of 307 vs England, he led East Lancs to a historic Lancashire League and Worsley Cup double with 906 runs & 72 wickets. "He played alongside the late Brian Bowling, another club legend who also recently passed away. 'Our deepest sympathies go to Bob's family, friends and all who knew him.' In April, the club paid tribute to Brian Bowling, who died at the age of 92. The club said: 'Brian took over 600 League and Cup wickets for the Club across a 1st XI career spanning 24 seasons. "Brian's 612 wickets have been bettered by only four other East Lancs players in our 161-year history. 'He was part of the 1966 and 1980 Double-winning teams and in total won six League titles and six Worsley Cups in a highly successful East Lancs career. 'Brian was a true gentleman who was regularly seen supporting the club at matches from his retirement until last season, and he would be seen practising at nets well into his 70s.' In the first home game of the season last month, between East Lancs and Great Harwood, players from both sides held a minute's silence to remember Brian. In 1997, the Lancashire Telegraph's Peter White featured Brian as part of 'Off The Record' in which the 64-year-old was leaving batsmen in a spin. Bob Cowper is survived by wife Dale and daughters Olivia and Sera. Cricket Australia chair Mike Baird added: "Bob was a hugely respected figure in Australian cricket. "He was a wonderful batter who will always be remembered for his famous triple century at the MCG. "He was also a significant contributor to cricket in other roles, including as an ICC match referee, and his wisdom was always keenly sought."
Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
Former Australian cricketer and Monaco-based multimillionaire Bob Cowper dies at the age of 84
Former Australian cricketer Bob Cowper has died at the age of 84. Cowper was the first batter to score a triple-century against England in Australia. The Victorian represented Australia from 1964-68, representing his nation in 27 Test matches. The southpaw scored 2061 runs in his career, which includes the triple-ton, which lasted for about 12 hours at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1966. Cowper remained the only Australian to score a triple hundred on home soil until Mathew Hayden's 380 against Zimbabwe in 2003. 'We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bob Cowper, who was a hugely respected figure in Australian cricket,' Cricket Australia chair, Mike Baird, said. 'Bob was a wonderful batter who will always be remembered for his famous triple-century at the MCG, as well as his strong influence in the Australian and Victorian teams of the 1960s. 'He was also a significant contributor to cricket in other roles, including as an ICC match referee, and his wisdom was always keenly sought,' Baird added. 'On behalf of Cricket Australia, our deepest condolences to Bob's family, friends and former teammates at this very sad time.' Cowper retired from cricket at the age of 28 and pursued a career in finance. He became a Monaco-based multimillionaire working in stockbroking and banking. 'Too intelligent and ambitious to linger long in a game offering such modest financial rewards,' said renowned Australian journalist Gideon Haigh, speaking to ESPNcricinfo. 'His fertile cricket imagination and sense of injustice at the lot of the average Australian cricketer left a strong impression on Ian Chappell, in time a militant campaigner for the rights of his comrades,' he added. 'I'm proud of what I achieved. It was totally different in those days . . . everyone had another career running alongside cricket. It would have been a great honour to be there but, as you can imagine, it's a little far to go.'' Cowper told Fairfax Media in 2003.
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Business Standard
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
Former Aussie legend Bob Cowper dies at 84 due to undisclosed illness
Bob Cowper, the elegant left-hander who etched his name into cricket history with Test cricket's first triple century on Australian soil, has died aged 84 after an undisclosed illness. Cricket Australia confirmed the news on Sunday, describing Cowper as a respected figure whose contributions had left a lasting impact on the game. Officials recalled his legendary 307 at the MCG in 1966 as a defining moment in Australian cricket, praising his consistency and poise at the crease. They also reflected on his influence in the national and Victorian teams during the 1960s. Cowper's family, including his wife Dale and daughters Olivia and Sera, survive him. The cricket community is remembering him not just for his runs, but for the dignity and dedication he brought to the sport. A brief but impactful Test career Cowper played 27 Tests for Australia between 1964 and 1968, scoring 2,061 runs at an average of 46.84. He notched up five centuries and also contributed with the ball, taking 36 wickets with his part-time off-spin. His calm demeanour and technical proficiency made him one of the most reliable batters of his time. Historic triple century at the MCG The highlight of Cowper's career came in February 1966, when he scored a mammoth 307 against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The innings, which lasted 12 hours and took 589 balls, remains the only Test triple century made in Australia in the 20th century. It came in dramatic fashion after Cowper had been left out of the previous Test in Adelaide and returned on his home ground to produce one of the game's greatest innings. Second only to Bradman at home Cowper's record on home soil was particularly outstanding. His average of 75.78 in Tests played in Australia ranks second only to Sir Donald Bradman, cementing his place among the elite. Though his international career was relatively short, he left an enduring mark with both bat and ball. Life beyond cricket Following his retirement in 1968, Cowper pursued a career as a stockbroker but remained involved in cricket as an ICC match referee. His lifelong service to the game was recognised in 2023 when he was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia. Tributes from Cricket Australia Cricket Australia remembered Cowper as a 'wonderful batter' and a figure who had a 'strong influence' on Australian and Victorian cricket. Chairman Mike Baird said Cowper's triple century at the MCG would forever be one of the sport's iconic moments, highlighting both his skill and composure. A lasting legacy Survived by his wife and two daughters, Bob Cowper leaves behind not only a remarkable statistical record but also a legacy of grace and commitment to cricket. His contribution to Australian sport will continue to inspire generations to come.
New Indian Express
11-05-2025
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Bob Cowper, first to score triple century on Australian soil, passes away at 84
MELBOURNE: Bob Cowper, who scored test cricket's first triple century on Australian soil, has died at the age of 84 due to an undisclosed illness, Cricket Australia said Sunday. Cowper played 27 test matches for Australia between 1964 and 1968, with a record of 2,061 runs at an average of 46.84, including five centuries, while also taking 36 wickets with his part-time off-spin. The left-hander was renowned for both his stroke-play and steadiness, particularly during his most famous innings, a 12-hour, 589-ball 307 against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in February 1966. The innings was the only test triple century made in Australia in the 20th century, and just the 10th ever scored at that time. It came after he was recalled on his home ground, having been the 12th man in the previous test in Adelaide.
