Cricket
Cricket mourns the loss of Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most respected umpires in the game’s history
Before becoming an umpire, Bird played for Yorkshire and Leicestershire, but his true legacy was yet to come
Bird officiated in 66 Test matches and 69 ODIs, admired worldwide for his integrity, humour, and style
His career highlight – umpiring three World Cup finals, cementing his reputation as cricket’s most trusted official
Deeply connected with Yorkshire cricket, Bird became president of the county club in 2014, serving with pride
Known for his warmth and humour, Dickie Bird leaves behind a legacy as the most popular umpire in cricket history