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ICC Cricket World Cup. Winner. 1987 India and Pakistan. Source: Cricinfo, 9 December 2009. David Clarence Boon MBE [1] (born 29 December 1960) is an Australian cricket match referee, former cricket commentator and international cricketer whose international playing career spanned the years 1984–1996.
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David Boon was a right-hand batter who played for Australia and Tasmania from 1984 to 1996. He was part of four Ashes series wins, scored a match-winning 184 in the Bicentenary Test, and led Durham in the county championship.
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- January 29, 1961
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David Boon was a vital part of Australia's rise as a cricketing nation in the 80s and 90s. He was a tough and effective opener, especially in Tests, and scored a match-winning century in the 1987 World Cup final.
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- Born in Launceston. Boon was born in the Tasmanian town of Launceston. His father Clarrie worked in a news agency and had been a sports administrator. His mother Lesley was an Australian women’s hockey player.
- Spotted at the age of 10. When Boon was 10 years old, his talent was recognised by Jack Simmons, who was an all-rounder with Lancashire. Simmons spotted Boon when he was around in Launceston coaching.
- First-Class debut at the age of 17. In December 1978, Boon became one of the youngest to represent Tasmania when he made his debut for them at the age of 17.
- Age group cricket. David Boon represented Australia Schoolboys and Australia under-19. In fact, in his first game for Australia Schoolboys, he had scored a hundred while batting at No 9.
Mar 20, 2010 · Former Australia batsman David Boon looks back on his career, from winning the Ashes in 1989 and 1994 to retiring in 1996. He also talks about his role as a selector and his views on the modern game.
Apr 28, 2014 · The Joy of Six: David Boon. From battles with the West Indies to spectacular catches, via long-haul drinking, the best moments from the Tasmanian's career. Russell Jackson. Mon 28 Apr 2014...
Apr 15, 1994 · A profile of David Boon, the Australian Test batsman who made his name on the 1993 Ashes tour in England. Learn about his career, achievements, style and personality from this article.
