Jock Edwards (right). Photo / Photosport.co.nz
Iconic former New Zealand cricketer Jock Edwards has died, aged 64.
Edwards, who played eight tests and six one-dayers, was famous for his big-hitting ability in the 1970s and 80s.
Central Districts Cricket Association posted a message on Facebook extending its heartfelt condolences to his family:
"All the team at
CD extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Jock Edwards. An absolute legend of Nelson Cricket who played 8 Tests & 6 ODIs for NZ [Blackcaps]; represented CD [Central Stags] in 67 first-class matches & 31 one-dayers in the 70s & 80s, Jock was also a mainstay of one of Nelson's great Hawke Cup eras, the 14-match tenure that spanned 1979 to 1983 - among many other fine achievements in his career. Rest in peace, Jock."
All the team at CD extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Jock Edwards. An absolute legend of Nelson Cricket...
Posted by Central Districts Cricket Association on Sunday, 5 April 2020
