Summary
Former England cricketer Robin Smith has passed away at 62. Smith, known for his strong batting, played numerous matches for England and faced personal challenges after retiring. His former club, Hampshire, announced his death.
Key Facts
- Robin Smith, an ex-England cricket player, has died at 62.
- Hampshire, his former club, announced his death on platform X.
- Smith played 62 Test matches and 71 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) for England.
- He scored 13 centuries in his international career.
- After retiring, Smith struggled with depression and alcoholism.
- Known for his powerful batting, he excelled against fast bowlers in the 1980s and 1990s.
- He was nicknamed "The Judge" due to his curly hair resembling a wig.
- Smith held the highest ODI innings by an English player until 2016.
