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Neil Harvey, Oldest Living Test Cricketer, Reflects on Career and Modern Game

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Neil Harvey, aged 97, is recognized as the world's oldest living Test cricketer and was a member of Don Bradman's 'Invincibles' team. He continues to follow Test cricket from his home.

Career Overview

Harvey had a 15-year Test career, accumulating over 6,000 runs at an average of 48. Notable performances include scoring 153 runs in his second Test and an unbeaten 92 against Frank Tyson in 1954, where Australia required 223 runs to win. He regularly attended Tests at the SCG until four years ago. His memorabilia includes items from Don Bradman and Lindsay Hassett, as well as his MBE and OAM. He was also named a member of the Australian Test team of the 20th century.

Views on Modern Cricket

Harvey has expressed reservations regarding England's 'Bazball' approach to batting, describing it as