Alan Davidson, one of the greatest Australian all-rounders, has passed away at the age of 92.
In a career spanning a decade, Davidson played 44 Tests and claimed 186 wickets. Among players with 150 wickets, only Syd Barnes has a better average Davidson's 20.53.
Davidson made his Test debut against England, in 1953. The tour to South Africa in 1957/58 was a breakthrough moment for him, where he picked up 25 wickets at an average of 17.
He was an adept batter as well. He became the first player to score more than 100 runs and take 10 wickets in a Test match. He achieved this feat in the tied Test against West Indies in 1960/61. It was Davidson's 80 that lifted Australia from 57/5 to 232 during their historic chase.
His last appearance for Australia came in 1963, against England. He signed off with a wicket with his last ball.
Davidson also served as a selector of the Australia Men's team between 1979 and 1984. He was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2011. His death came a day after the demise of off-spinner Ashley Mallett.