Bryan Andrews (cricketer)
Bryan Andrews | |
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| Born | April 4, 1945 Christchurch, New Zealand |
| Occupation(s) | Cricketer, cricket commentator, auctioneer |
| Years active | 1963–1974 (cricket) |
| Known for | New Zealand Test cricketer, President of the Auctioneers Association of New Zealand |
Bryan Andrews (born 4 April 1945) is a former New Zealand cricketer who appeared in two Test matches during the 1973–74 season. After retiring from playing, he became part of the Radio Sport cricket commentary team and held the position of President of the Auctioneers Association of New Zealand.
Cricket career
Born in Christchurch in 1945, Andrews began his first-class cricket journey with Canterbury in the 1963–64 season. He transferred to Central Districts for the 1966–67 season and subsequently represented Otago from 1970–71 through to 1973–74.
His selection for the New Zealand squad touring Australia in 1973–74 was unexpected; however, a five-wicket performance in a preparatory match against Queensland secured his place. In the opening Test, Andrews partnered with Richard Hadlee as opening bowlers but did not claim any wickets. He managed two wickets in the second Test before being replaced by Lance Cairns for the final match of the series. After competing against the visiting Australian side, he concluded his first-class career. Additionally, Andrews played three matches for New Zealand in the Australian domestic limited-overs cricket tournament between 1971 and 1974, contributing to New Zealand’s triumph in the 1972–73 season.
His most notable first-class bowling achievement was taking seven wickets for 37 runs while playing for Central Districts against Otago during the 1969–70 season. That year, he led the bowling charts in the Plunket Shield, claiming 28 wickets at an average of 15.96. Between 1967 and 1970, Andrews also represented Wanganui in the Hawke Cup competition.
Later life
Following his playing days, Andrews pursued a career as a cricket commentator with Radio Sport and worked professionally as an auctioneer. He served as President of the Auctioneers Association of New Zealand for seven years until 2013. In recognition of his community service and charitable efforts—particularly his role in organizing charity auctions—he was awarded the Queen's Service Medal in 2015. Furthermore, he holds a position on the executive board of the Halberg Disability Sport Foundation.