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Robert George Dylan Willis MBE (born Robert George Willis; 30 May 1949 – 4 December 2019) was an English cricketer, who represented England between 1971 and 1984. A right-handed fast bowler, Willis is regarded by many as one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.
Bob Willis was a courageous fast bowler who played for England from 1971 to 1984, despite knee problems. He took 325 wickets in 90 Tests, including 8 for 43 against Australia in the Botham Test.
- Male
- June 30, 1949
- England
Dec 4, 2019 · Bob Willis, who took 325 wickets in 90 Tests and led England in 18 matches, passed away after a long illness. He was a legend of English cricket and a commentator for Sky Sports, known for his fast bowling and his criticism of current players.
Dec 4, 2019 · Willis was the leading wicket-taker for England and one of the few world-class pacemen in his era. He captained England in the 1981 Ashes and the 1983 World Cup, and later became a popular pundit on Sky Sports.
Dec 4, 2019 · Bob Willis, who took 325 Test wickets and led England to a famous Ashes win in 1981, passed away at 70. He was a passionate and forthright commentator who changed his name to Robert George Dylan Willis by deed poll.
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Dec 4, 2019 · Bob Willis, a fast-bowler and a Sky Cricket expert, passed away from prostate cancer. He was known for his legendary 8-43 at Headingley in 1981 and his long career in broadcasting.
Dec 6, 2019 · The fast bowler was a mainstay of the England team for more than a decade, playing in 90 Tests and 64 one-day internationals. He also enjoyed a long career in broadcasting and was remembered for his outstanding cricket career, in particular his 8-43 in the Headingley Test victory over Australia in 1981.
