Tribute to Doug Padgett: A Yorkshire Cricket Legend
Wisden Obituary - Doug Padgett
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Doug Padgett, a prominent figure in Yorkshire cricket, passed away at the age of 89 on January 20, 2025. Over his 50-year career, he made significant contributions as a player and coach, helping develop numerous future England players. His legacy includes 20,306 runs and seven County Championships with Yorkshire.
- 01Doug Padgett played 487 first-class matches for Yorkshire, scoring 20,306 runs.
- 02He was instrumental in Yorkshire winning seven County Championships in ten seasons.
- 03Padgett coached 18 future England players, including Michael Vaughan.
- 04He made his first-class debut at just 16 years old, becoming the youngest player in Yorkshire's history.
- 05Despite a successful domestic career, Padgett struggled in Test cricket, scoring only 51 runs in four innings.
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Doug Padgett (1935-2025), who died on January 20, was a stalwart of Yorkshire cricket, making 487 first-class appearances and scoring 20,306 runs over a remarkable 50-year career. He debuted in June 1951 alongside legends like Fred Trueman and played his last match in 1971. Padgett was a key player in Yorkshire's dominance during the 1960s, contributing to seven County Championships and the Gillette Cup victories in 1965 and 1969. His standout season in 1959 saw him score 2,181 runs, earning him a Test call-up, although he struggled at the international level. After retiring, he transitioned to coaching, nurturing the talents of future England stars such as Michael Vaughan. Vaughan paid tribute to Padgett, expressing gratitude for his mentorship. Padgett's legacy is marked by his dedication to Yorkshire cricket and his role in developing a generation of cricketers.
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Padgett's contributions to Yorkshire cricket have left a lasting legacy, inspiring future generations of cricketers in the region.
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