Yorkshire, Sept. 24 -- Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most famous officials of his era, has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Born on April 19, 1933 in Barnsley, Yorkshire, Bird made his debut as a Test umpire in 1973.
Bird stood in 66 Tests between 1973 and 1996 as well as 69 men's one-day internationals, including three World Cup finals. His home county, Yorkshire, issued a statement saying Bird, "one of cricket's most beloved figures", had died peacefully at home.
Indian cricketing great Sunil Gavaskar condoled the death. "Cricket has lost a unique character and a superb umpire." P 16
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