Michael William Cronin is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer and coach. He was a goal-kicking centre for the Australian national team and a stalwart for the Parramatta Eels club. He played in 22 Tests and 11 World Cup matches between 1973 and 1982. Cronin retired as the NSWRL Premiership's and the Australian Kangaroos' all-time highest point-scorer and has since been named amongst the nation's finest footballers of the 20th century.
Mick Cronin, Australian rugby league player and coach
On June 28, in the year 1951, Mick Cronin, Australian rugby league player and coach. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 28, a notable event in this corner of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Mick Cronin (rugby league). Learn more below.
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- This event took place on June 28, 1951 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 20 May 2026.
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Mick Cronin (rugby league)
Australian RL coach and former Australia international rugby league footballer
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