Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird has died aged 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club has announced.

Harold Dennis 'Dickie' Bird MBE OBE became one of the most famous umpires in cricket, officiating 66 Tests and 69 one-day internationals, as well as three World Cup finals.

He was appointed an MBE in 1986 and an OBE in 2012 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to cricket.

In a statement, Bird's home county Yorkshire said: "He leaves behind a legacy of sportsmanship, humility, and joy - and a legion of admirers across generations.

"He will be truly missed by all at the club having spent an incredible amount of time in support of everyone here and will be remembered as one the greatest characters in Yorkshire's history."

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