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Dickie Bird rings the 5 minute bell throughout play on the primary day of the primary cricket Test match between England and New Zealand at Lord’s cricket floor in London on May 21, 2015. Bird has died on the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club introduced on September 23, 2025. | Photo Credit: AFP
Bird was one of many best-known and most revered officers within the recreation, standing in 66 Tests and 69 one-day internationals, together with three World Cup finals.
Yorkshire issued an announcement on their web site saying Bird, “one of cricket’s most beloved figures”, had died peacefully at house.
“Dickie Bird enjoyed an illustrious career as an international umpire, writing his name into history as the most famous and popular official in the game’s history,” the membership mentioned.
“He is synonymous with Yorkshire Cricket, where he has been one of the most loyal supporters. In 2014, he was named president of The Yorkshire County Cricket Club, a role he held with pride and distinction.”
Bird performed for English counties Yorkshire and Leicestershire however made his title as a world umpire.
“Over a distinguished career, he officiated in 66 Test matches and 69 one-day internationals, including three World Cup finals — earning the admiration of players and fans alike for his integrity, humour, and unmistakable style,” Yorkshire’s assertion mentioned.
Published – September 23, 2025 05:27 pm IST
