About Barry Hadlee
Born 1941. Barry Hadlee is a New Zealand cricketer.
Barry George Hadlee (born 14 December 1941) is a former cricketer from New Zealand. He was a right-handed opening batsman. In a first-class career lasting from 1961–62 to 1980–81, he represented Canterbury 84 times.
Family Hadlee was born in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. He is the brother of fellow national cricketers Dayle Hadlee and Sir Richard Hadlee and the eldest son of Walter Hadlee.
Domestic career His most consistent form came late in his career. His most productive season was 1975–76, when he scored 582 runs at 44.76. He hit his highest score, 163 not out, in his final season against Otago.
International career In 1975, Hadlee was called into the New Zealand team and played two One Day Internationals, one of them at the 1975 Cricket World Cup.
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Who is Barry Hadlee?
New Zealand cricketer
When was Barry Hadlee born?
Barry Hadlee was born on 14 December 1941 in Christchurch.
What is Barry Hadlee's occupation?
Barry Hadlee is a cricketer.
What nationality is Barry Hadlee?
Barry Hadlee is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barry Hadlee. https://biography.guide/barry-hadlee/
MLA: "Barry Hadlee." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/barry-hadlee/.
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