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Billy Bowden

New Zealand cricket umpire · New Zealand · On the map · Athletes · Born 1963 · age 63

Brent Fraser "Billy" Bowden is a New Zealand cricket umpire and former cricketer. He was a player until rheumatoid arthritis forced him to retire. He is well known for his dramatic signalling style which includes the famous "crooked finger of doom" out signal.

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On 6 February 2016, Bowden stood in his 200th One Day International match in the game between New Zealand and Australia in Wellington.

Country
New Zealand
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1963 · age 63