Derek Underwood, a legendary England and Kent spinner, has passed away at the age of 78. Known for his remarkable career as a left-arm spinner, Underwood was celebrated as one of England's greatest spin bowlers. Throughout his career, he played 86 Test matches and took 297 wickets, a record for an England spinner in Test cricket. His unique skill set earned him the nickname 'Deadly', and he was an integral part of the England and Kent cricket teams. The cricket community, including the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), has expressed profound sadness and has paid tribute to Underwood's significant contributions to the sport. He was honored with an MBE for his services to cricket.
The ECB is saddened to learn of the death of former Kent and England bowler Derek Underwood MBE, aged 78 A great of the game, no England Men's spinner has taken more Test wickets than his 297. Our thoughts are with his friends, family and loved ones.
Former England and Kent spinner Derek Underwood has died at the age of 78, the county have announced. https://t.co/9pCltah3pg
"Derek Underwood, one of England and Kent's greatest ever bowlers, has died at the age of 78." https://t.co/M7gQH6gRrL
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"Derek Underwood will be remembered as one of the finest spin bowlers this country has ever produced." #EnglandCricket
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One of our greatest-ever spinners and a true legend of the game. Rest in peace, Derek ❤️ #EnglandCricket https://t.co/NABVE8w8P4
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Former England and Kent bowler Derek Underwood has died at the age of 78, the county have announced. Tap below to read more: https://t.co/loUBnyQQ55
Former England left-arm spinner Derek Underwood has died at the age of 78. He took 297 wickets in 86 Tests - no other spinner has taken more for England in the longest format. May he rest in peace. https://t.co/79DYte4rd0
RIP to an England legend and one of our greatest ever Test spinners, Derek Underwood 💔 https://t.co/jcFjxm1U6r
#Breaking Former England and Kent spinner Derek Underwood has died at the age of 78, the county have announced https://t.co/iBxDHTYRN1
Kent Cricket is in mourning following the death of one of the icons of the Club, Derek Underwood, at the age of 78. https://t.co/zBHwfczbL8