About George Gearry
Lived 1923 – 1990 (aged 66). George Gearry was a New Zealand cricketer and military personnel.
George Neville Gearry (17 December 1923 – 4 January 1990) was a New Zealand cricketer who played first-class cricket for Canterbury from 1953 to 1957.
Gearry served in the New Zealand Expeditionary Force in World War II. In cricket, he was an all-rounder who often opened the bowling, and had the reputation of being "the most spectacular batsman in Canterbury". His highest first-class score was 79 when Canterbury beat Auckland in 1955–56; he also took 4 for 79 in the first innings. His best bowling figures were 6 for 32 in Canterbury's innings victory over Wellington in 1953–54, in his second first-class match.
Gearry died when a car he was driving collided with an oncoming car on the main highway near Culverden in North Canterbury in January 1990. His son Roy, who was in the front passenger seat, was injured.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Gearry?
(1923-1990)
When was George Gearry born?
George Gearry was born on 17 December 1923 in Christchurch.
When did George Gearry die?
George Gearry died on 4 January 1990 in Christchurch.
What was George Gearry's occupation?
George Gearry was a cricketer and military personnel.
What nationality was George Gearry?
George Gearry was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Gearry. https://biography.guide/george-gearry/
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