About Herbie Martin
Lived 1927 – 2014 (aged 86). Herbie Martin was a British cricketer and rugby union player.
Herbert "Herbie" Martin (4 May 1927 – 18 February 2014) was a Northern Ireland-born cricketer and rugby union player. He was a right-handed batsman.
Martin represented Ireland in 19 first-class matches, scoring 671 runs at an average of 19.17 with a high score of 88. Martin made 5 half centuries for Ireland. Domestically, he played for Lisburn Cricket Club, joining in 1938. Outside of cricket Martin also played Rugby for Instonians and Ulster as well as playing hockey for Ulster Schools'.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Herbie Martin?
Irish rugby union player (1927-2014)
When was Herbie Martin born?
Herbie Martin was born on 4 May 1927 in Lisburn.
When did Herbie Martin die?
Herbie Martin died on 18 February 2014 in Brisbane.
What was Herbie Martin's occupation?
Herbie Martin was a cricketer and rugby union player.
What nationality was Herbie Martin?
Herbie Martin was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herbie Martin. https://biography.guide/herbie-martin/
MLA: "Herbie Martin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herbie-martin/.
Chicago: "Herbie Martin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herbie-martin/.
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