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Keith Miller: Biography, Records, Age, Height, Achievements, Family, and Career Statistics

Check out Keith Miller’s history and career highlights, as well as his wife and other defining facts. Know about his records and achievements.

The late Australian cricketer and rules footballer Keith Miller (1919-2004) was widely considered to be one of the best players of his day. His statistics in 55 Tests were 2,958 runs, 170 wickets, and 31 catches. On top of that, he’s the first sportsman to compete for Australia in cricket and Australian rules football. Miller was a famous slugger and outfielder who regularly played marvellously and entertained fans with his showmanship. He was given the moniker “Nugget” due to his aggressive play and the fact that he could turn the course of a match in a single inning. His quick and accurate delivery helped him become one of the most accomplished opening bowlers in cricket history. His fielding stats were also impressive, with many catches and key runouts to his name.

Miller was recognized for his optimistic play and daring moves on the field. He was well-liked and admired for his boldness and wit off the field as well as on it. He also pioneered the use of media to spread awareness of cricket. In the annals of cricket, Miller will go down as a legend, recognized as a true all-rounder. His achievements and playing style will be remembered for a long time.

Keith Miller Biography:

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  1. Real Name: Keith Ross Miller
  2. Other/Nickname: Nugget
  3. Profession: Australian Cricketer
  4. Famous for: Aggressive All-Rounder
  5. Batting Style: Right-handed
  6. Bowling Style: Right-arm Fast
  7. Best Performance: Century at Headingly and took 11 wickets at Old Trafford vs. England
  8. Keith Miller Net Worth: $10 million
  9. Height: 6’2″
  10. Weight: 80 kgs

Keith Miller Personal Life:

  1. Date Of Birth: November 28 November 28, 1919
  2. Place Of Birth: Sunshine, Melbourne, Victoria
  3. Nationality: Australian
  4. Hometown: Sunshine, Melbourne, Victoria
  5. School: Melbourne High School

Keith Miller Family Statistics:

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  • Marital Status: Married
  • Keith Miller Wife: Peggy miller
  • Keith Miller Children: Four sons
  • Keith Miller Parents: Leslie and Edith Miller
  • Siblings: Brother- Robert Miller
  • Religion: Christian
  • Other Hobbies: Golf and Horse Racing

Keith Miller Career Statistics:

Test Debut: vs. New Zealand at Basin Reserve, March 29, 1946

Keith Miller Achievements:

  • On January 2, 1956, he was honoured for his contributions to the sport of cricket by being awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).
  • He was inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame alongside nine other pioneers in 1996. He was chosen as the vice-captain of the Australian Cricket Board’s Century Team in 2000.
  • In 2005, he was honored for his work covering and commenting on cricket as a writer and player with the Member of the Order of Australia (AM).
  • In January 2010, Miller was inducted into the Cricket Hall of Fame by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Here are some of the lesser-known facts about Keith Miller:

  • Keith Miller, an Australian rules footballer for St. Kilda, was a huge sensation. He played in 50 games for the club and scored eight goals in a match against North Melbourne in 1941. His father was a local cricket star, and he instilled in his sons and daughter the importance of playing a solid defense.
  • Only Wilfred Rhodes and Keith Miller have ever been the only two all-rounders to achieve the feat of scoring 2,000 runs and taking 100 wickets in the same Test.
  • Keith Miller scored 2,958 runs at an average of 36.97 over 55 Tests for Australia. He also had seven hundred and thirteen fifty scores (with a high of 147) and 38 catches. He excelled as a slip defender in the acrobatic sense.

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