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The ICC mourns the loss of Bob Simpson, a transformative figure in cricket who passed away at 89. As a player, captain, and coach, Simpson significant
Allan Border pays tribute to the late Bob Simpson, a cricket legend who shaped Australian cricket for decades.
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
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,
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led the tributes for Bob Simpson as the cricket world pays its respects to a legendary figure who had an enormous impact on shaping the sport in the country. Simpson died in Sydney at the age of 89 after an extraordinary career as a player, captain and coach at state, national and international level.
Rahul Dravid recollected how a stint with the late Bob Simpson between 1998-1999 helped him ace the slip fielder's technique and went on to break Mark Waugh's world record to become the first designated fielder to collect 200 Test catches.
Former Australian cricketers pay tribute to the late Bob Simpson, a legendary figure who shaped generations of players.