Kevin McKenzie, a distinguished cricketer who never played Test cricket, has passed away at the age of 77. He was the father of Neil McKenzie, who represented South Africa in 58 Tests and scored nearly 5,000 international runs. Kevin had a notable first-class career, playing 133 matches for Transvaal and accumulating 6,756 runs at an average of 36.51 over two decades. His career was significantly affected by South Africa's ban from international cricket due to apartheid, which limited his opportunities. Despite this, he played in seven unofficial Test matches during the isolation era. Former teammate Vince Van Der Bijl expressed deep sorrow over McKenzie's sudden passing, highlighting his positive impact on those who knew him and his legacy as a generous and beloved figure in the cricket community.