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Former Australian Cricketer Max Walker dies, aged 68

Sept. 28 (CRICKETNMORE) - Former Australia fast bowler Max Walker has passed away, aged 68, following a battle with cancer. He is best remembered for his unique bowling action, which earned him the nickname 'Tangles', while he forged a strong career in the

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Saurabh Sharma
By Saurabh Sharma
Sep 28, 2016 • 08:31 AM

Sept. 28 (CRICKETNMORE) - Former Australia fast bowler Max Walker has passed away, aged 68, following a battle with cancer. He is best remembered for his unique bowling action, which earned him the nickname 'Tangles', while he forged a strong career in the media following his playing days.

Saurabh Sharma
By Saurabh Sharma
September 28, 2016 • 08:31 AM

"Max was an outstanding cricketer who played an important role in the emergence of successful Australian cricket teams in the 1970s," said Cricket Australia CEO James Suitherland.

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Max Walker Career Statistics

Tests
M: 34 | Wkts: 138 | Ave: 27.47 | 5wi: 6 | BBI: 8-143 | Runs: 586 | Ave 19.53 | HS: 78*

ODIs
M: 17 | Wkts: 20 | Ave: 27.30 | 4wi: 1 | BBI: 4-19 | Runs: 79 | Ave 9.87 | HS: 20

First-class
M: 135 | Wkts: 499 | Ave: 26.47 | 5wi: 21 | BBI: 8-143 | Runs: 2014 | Ave 15.49 | HS: 78*


With Inputs from Cricket Australia

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