Kevin McKenzie, Notable South African Cricketer, Passes Away at 77
Father of former South Africa star and one of the finest batsmen not to play Test cricket dies at 77
Hindustan Times
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Kevin McKenzie, a prominent South African cricketer known for his impressive first-class career, has died at the age of 77. He was the father of Neil McKenzie, who played for South Africa in 58 Tests. Kevin's career was marked by the challenges of apartheid-era restrictions on international play.
- 01Kevin McKenzie played 133 first-class matches, scoring 6,756 runs at an average of 36.51.
- 02He was the father of Neil McKenzie, who had a successful international career for South Africa.
- 03Kevin played during a time when South Africa was banned from international cricket due to apartheid.
- 04He participated in seven unofficial Test matches during the isolation era.
- 05Former teammate Vince Van Der Bijl praised him as a beloved figure in cricket.
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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.
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