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Former New Zealand batsman John F. Reid dead at 64, Gabba century amongst most memorable innings – Wide World of Sports
Gabba century amongst most famous innings
John F. Reid, who scored six centuries in 19 tests for New Zealand including 108 in a famous win over Australia, has died. He was 64.
His death after a long illness was confirmed Tuesday by New Zealand Cricket.
Reid’s century against Australia at Brisbane’s Gabba ground in November, 1985 was instrumental in New Zealand’s win by an innings of 41 runs. He shared a then-record 225-run partnership with Martin Crowe (188) for the third wicket which helped New Zealand to 553-7 in its only innings.
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