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Robert Ullyett

1936 – 2004

Zimbabwean cricketer

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About Robert Ullyett

Lived 1936 – 2004 (aged 68). Robert Ullyett was a Zimbabwean cricketer.

Robert Bassett Ullyett (5 April 1936 – 19 October 2004) was a Rhodesian first-class cricketer who played for Rhodesia in the Currie Cup.

The all-rounder was one of six 'South African Cricket Annual Cricketers of the Year' in 1964 on the back of a strong Currie Cup season in which he scored 449 runs at 49.88. It was the first time that he had played as a specialist batsman and he was Rhodesia's leading run-getter that season. Despite having success with the ball in previous years, he didn't add to his 46 first-class wickets from that season until his retirement, only bowling the occasional over. He had twice taken seven wickets in an innings back in 1958, with a best of 7/42 against North Eastern Transvaal at Benoni.

Ullyett represented Rhodesia in field hockey at the 1964 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo and scored a goal in their 4–1 loss to Great Britain. His son Kevin Ullyett is a professional tennis player who won Grand Slam doubles titles at the US and Australian Opens.

In 2000 Ullyett served at the Match Referee in two List A matches at an ICC Emerging Nations Tournament which Zimbabwe hosted.

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Chaplin High School
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Robert Bassett Ullyett

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Ullyett?

Zimbabwean cricketer (1936-2004)

When was Robert Ullyett born?

Robert Ullyett was born on 5 April 1936 in Harare.

When did Robert Ullyett die?

Robert Ullyett died on 19 October 2004 in Durban.

What was Robert Ullyett's occupation?

Robert Ullyett was a cricketer.

What nationality was Robert Ullyett?

Robert Ullyett was Zimbabwean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Ullyett

· Wikidata: Q7350534

· DBpedia: Robert Ullyett

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