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‘No better sight than seeing Robin Smith take on fast bowlers’: England greats remember one of their finest

Robin Smith, the former England cricketer known for his fearless batting style against fast bowlers, has passed away at the age of 62 at his home in South Perth, Australia. Smith, who played 62 Test matches from 1988 to 1996, made a significant impact on English cricket, scoring 4,236 runs, including nine centuries, and was especially renowned for his powerful square cut.

FILE - Former England batter Robin Smith

FILE - Former England batter Robin Smith

Credit: Hindustantimes

Key Highlights

  • Robin Smith died unexpectedly on December 1, 2025, at 62 years old.
  • He played 62 Test matches for England between 1988 and 1996.
  • Smith scored 4,236 Test runs at an average of 43.67.
  • He was known for his aggressive batting against fast bowlers, particularly from the West Indies.
  • Smith was part of England's squad that reached the final of the 1992 Cricket World Cup.
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Sources

  1. Former England batter Robin Smith dies in Australia aged 62
  2. Former England cricketer Robin Smith dies at 62
  3. Former England batter Robin Smith dies aged 62
  4. ‘No better sight than seeing Robin Smith take on fast bowlers’: England greats remember one of their finest
  5. Robin Smith, England cricket great, dies 'unexpectedly at his South Perth apartment'; Darren Lehmann heartbroken

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