Graham Douglas McKenzie β commonly known as "Garth", after the comic strip hero β is an Australian cricketer who played for Western Australia (1960β74), Leicestershire (1969β75), Transvaal (1979β80) and Australia (1961β71) and was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1965. He succeeded Alan Davidson as Australia's premier fast bowler and was in turn succeeded by Dennis Lillee, playing with both at either end of his career. McKenzie was particularly noted for his muscular physique and ability to take wickets on good batting tracks. His father Eric McKenzie and uncle Douglas McKenzie also played cricket for Western Australia. Garth was chosen for the Ashes tour of England in 1961 aged only 20. He made his debut in the Second Test at Lord's, where his 5/37 wrapped up the England innings to give Australia a 5-wicket victory.
Graham McKenzie, Australian cricketer
On June 24, in the year 1941, Graham McKenzie, Australian cricketer. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 24, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on June 24, 1941 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
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- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 21 March 2026.
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