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Australia’s oldest Test cricketer has died aged 95.
Bathurst-born Norma Johnston (née Whiteman) played seven Tests between 1948 and 1951.
Cricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley said: “Everyone in Australian cricket will be saddened to hear of Norma’s passing”.
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“As a pioneer, Norma not only made a wonderful contribution as a player, but helped create the platform for many thousands of women and girls who now play the game,” he said.
Johnston was a medium order batter and a medium pace bowler. He scored 151 runs in his seven Tests at 25.16 and took 22 wickets at a ridiculous average of 17.26. For the context of this figure, Shane Warne’s Test average was 25.41.
Australian men’s Test captain Pat Cummins was among those who paid tribute to the pioneer.
He was first selected to play for New South Wales after a strong performance at the state’s Country Week tournament.
After retirement he returned to his native Bathurst where he spent many years working in and around the local sporting community.
“On behalf of all cricketers in Australia, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Norma’s family and friends at this sad time,” Hockley said.
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