Neil Harvey

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Neil Harvey

Australian cricketer

Also known as: Robert Neil Harvey

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Last Updated: Oct 4, 2024 • Article History

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In full:: Robert Neil Harvey

Born:: Oct. 8, 1928, Victoria, Australia (age 96)

Also Known As:: Robert Neil Harvey

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Neil Harvey (born Oct. 8, 1928, Victoria, Australia) is an Australian cricketer who was noted as an outstanding left-handed batsman.

Harvey first gained recognition in 1948 as the youngest member of the Australian team against India at Melbourne. From 1948 until 1963 he played in more Test (international) matches (79) than any other Australian. He also scored more runs for Australia (6,149) than any other player except Donald (later Sir Donald) Bradman and was second only to Bradman in Test centuries (100 runs in a single innings).

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