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Dickie Bird, legendary umpire beloved by the cricketing world, dies aged 92
- Harold Dennis 'Dickie' Bird MBE OBE, a legendary cricket umpire, died peacefully at home on September 23, 2025, aged 92.
- Bird's playing career for Yorkshire and Leicestershire ended early, leading him to start umpiring in 1970 and continue until 1996.
- Over his 26-year umpiring career, Bird officiated in 66 Test matches, 69 one-day internationals, and three World Cup finals, gaining wide admiration.
- Bird received an MBE in 1986 and an OBE in 2012 for his outstanding cricket contributions and was known for his humour, warmth, and integrity.
- Yorkshire County Cricket Club and the wider cricket community recognized Bird as a beloved figure, promising memorial details and honoring his enduring legacy.
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