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Clarrie Grimmett

Athlete

Born: Died: New Zealand

Clarence Victor Grimmett (25 December 1891 – 2 May 1980) was a New Zealand-born Australian cricketer. He was one of the finest spin bowlers of his time and usually credited as the developer of the flipper.

Notable For

Australian cricketer

Clarrie Grimmett's Historical Timeline

  1. Clarrie Grimmett is born

    Clarrie Grimmett, New Zealand athlete, known for australian cricketer, was born on 1891-12-25. Clarence Victor Grimmett (25 December 1891 – 2 May 1980) was a New Zealand-born Australian cricketer.

  2. Clarrie Grimmett takes 6-146 for SA, Queensland all out 380 Crowd 5,390

    Clarrie Grimmett takes 6-146 for SA, Queensland all out 380 Crowd 5,390

  3. Clarrie Grimmett 7-116 in South Africa 1st innings at Adelaide Oval

    Clarrie Grimmett 7-116 in South Africa 1st innings at Adelaide Oval

  4. Clarrie Grimmett takes 7-86 for SA in Qld 2nd inn, 13-135 for match

    Clarrie Grimmett takes 7-86 for SA in Qld 2nd inn, 13-135 for match

  5. Cricketer Clarrie Grimmett becomes the world record wicket taker with number 190 vs South Africa

    Cricketer Clarrie Grimmett becomes the world record wicket taker with number 190 vs South Africa

Associated Historical Events

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Clarrie Grimmett born?
Clarrie Grimmett was born on 1891-12-25 (New Zealand).
What is Clarrie Grimmett known for?
Australian cricketer
What historical events involved Clarrie Grimmett?
Clarrie Grimmett was involved in 5 recorded historical events, including Clarrie Grimmett is born, Clarrie Grimmett takes 6-146 for SA, Queensland all out 380 Crowd 5,390, Clarrie Grimmett 7-116 in South Africa 1st innings at Adelaide Oval.
When did Clarrie Grimmett die?
Clarrie Grimmett died on 1980-01-01.

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